Programs

Loyola Marymount University (LMU) School of Education is proud to offer the following programs of study for teachers and educational leaders working with second language learners.

CERTIFICATE FOR LEADERSHIP IN BILITERACY FOR ENGLISH LEARNERS
An Unprecedented Opportunity through the Extension Program at LMU, in collaboration with the PROMISE Initiative

CE⁴R is the first to provide educators working with language minority students the opportunity to earn a Certificate for Leadership in Biliteracy for English Learners through LMU’s Extension Program. This unique certificate is intended to represent an extensive knowledge in programmatic, political, and instructional issues in working with English learners. The central focus is to build knowledge on essential leadership roles and characteristics to support institutional change necessary to increase the academic achievement of English learners. It is a one year, 12 unit program of study offered through a combination of on-site meetings and online, as well as distance learning. Content for these courses includes developing a vision of leadership in biliteracy through a transformative, inquiry-based model and focuses on:

Family and Community Engagement
Enriched and Affirming Environment
Empowering Pedagogy & Challenging Curriculum

For additional information on the Certificate for Leadership in Biliteracy for English Learners contact
Dr. Elvira G. Armas at earmas@lmu.edu.

PROFESSIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CREDENTIAL PROGRAM (Tier II) with an Emphasis in Biliteracy for English Learners

The Professional Administrative Services Credential Program is designed for candidates who hold the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential and have secured a position in administration. A program of study that includes an emphasis in Biliteracy for English Learners is offered to distinguish participants of this program as administrators who are well prepared to lead schools and educational institutions in meeting the needs of English learners.

For more information about this program contact Dr. Franca Dell'Olio at fdellolio@lmu.edu.

MASTER’S DEGREE
Master of Arts in Biliteracy, Leadership, and Intercultural Education

The Master of Arts in Biliteracy, Leadership and Intercultural Education is designed to build the research, practical, and experiential knowledge of individuals who seek to enhance their leadership and instructional skills in bilingual and dual language settings.

Reasons to obtain a Master of Arts in Biliteracy, Leadership, and Intercultural Education:

To develop a deeper expertise in educational and instructional practices for English learners
To become more accomplished educators in additive approaches to English language acquisition
To acquire leadership skills and credentialing for dual language and other programs for English learners, and to complete the Preliminary Administrative Credential program requirements
To meet the demand for an enhanced knowledge base for educational leaders in dual language programs
To engage in critical analysis of the latest research on best practices in bilingualism and Biliteracy
To promote social justice for English learners by becoming advocates in curriculum and instruction

Candidates for this program must complete all admissions requirements as set forth by Loyola Marymount University. A limited number of scholarships will be available for the 2007-08 academic year.

DOCTORATE DEGREE - Ed.D.

Loyola Marymount, School of Education is pleased to offer the opportunity for Doctoral Fellowships made possible through generous funding from Bank of America and in collaboration with the LMU Center for Equity and Excellence in English Learner Education and Research (CE⁴R). The Bank of America Fellows are expected to become university research partners and must be committed to being full time students. Selected fellows will assist the Director and Coordinator of CE⁴R with a variety of projects related to educational research and professional development. Bank of America Fellows will be involved in research study in Biliteracy, Language Development, Teacher Efficacy, Teacher Preparation, Multiculturalism, and Educational Leadership. Additionally, Bank of America Fellows will participate in various off-campus data collection sessions in conjunction with the PROMISE Initiative.

Doctorate in Educational Leadership for Social Justice, Ed.D.

A unique and important program, LMU’s Doctorate in Educational Leadership for Social Justice focuses on incorporating social equity into education. The program aims to produce advocates who recognize the need to redesign under-resourced institutions and create realistic solutions for difficult or systematic problems. With the help of LMU’s top-notch faculty, students study research, leadership, and ethical teaching skills. They also create new knowledge that has the capacity to effect change. Participants in this program will be part of a collaboration cohort and will engage in integrated research. Additionally, this program provides an opportunity to earn a Professional Administrative Services Credential (Tier II).

Bank of America Fellows must meet all admissions requirements as set forth by Loyola Marymount University. Candidates for the Fellowship must first be accepted to the University program. Supplemental applications for these competitive fellowships will be forthcoming. A limited number of fellowships will be available for the 2007-08 academic year.

Additional information on the Doctoral and Master’s Program can be located by visiting the LMU School of Education website at soe.lmu.edu.