Abilene Christian University

Abilene Christian University's (ACU) mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. ACU has a serious commitment to bring its world-class education to students in urban and global markets. ACU is a national leader in Christian higher education and a place where students, faculty, staff and alumni change the world.

ACU is affiliated with the Churches of Christ. The university welcomes all students who value the strong Christian environment and exceptional teaching offered online.

Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction

Abilene Christian University's Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction is a faith-based, online program that prepares you to supervise instruction and support personnel at the school building, facility or staff level. This program is designed for practicing classroom teachers like you who seek additional training in working on instructional design. The degree could also benefit you by fulfilling district requirements to earn a graduate degree for continued employment. All program courses are designed around the Interstate School Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) Standards, which make children and their learning the foundation for school administration. By incorporating these standards, the program prepares you to obtain licensure in the 36 states that have adopted the standards, including Texas.

Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction - Leadership of Digital Learning

Abilene Christian University's Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Leadership of Digital Learning is a faith-based, online program that prepares you to lead with digital savvy and transform education amid the potential anxiety and complexity of the new digital learning environment.

Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction - Special Education

Abilene Christian University's Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Special Education is a faith-based, online program that focuses on the design and delivery of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities. The program can also prepare you to function as a special education teacher.

Master of Education in Higher Education Affairs

Abilene Christian University's Master of Education in Higher Education, Emphasis in College Student Affairs and Conflict Management is a faith-based, 36-hour online program designed to prepare you for professional careers in a broad range of higher education settings. This program is designed for the recent college graduate or the working student development professional who resides in a higher education setting and needs advanced training. You will be prepared for roles such as residence life director, academic advisor, international student coordinator, financial aid counselor, intramural director, career services advisor, and many others. This degree will also provide a solid foundation for future doctoral work in higher education. All program courses are designed around the Interstate School Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) Standards, which make children and their learning the foundation for school administration. By incorporating these standards, the program prepares you to obtain licensure in the 36 states that have adopted the standards, including Texas.

Master of Education in Leadership of Learning (Principalship) - Conflict Resolution for Educators

Abilene Christian University's Master of Education in Leadership of Learning is a faith-based, 39-hour online degree program designed to empower you as an educational leader who promotes instruction in safe and productive learning environments. The program's unique emphasis on conflict resolution equips you with the relevant skills critical for handling conflict and incorporating peacemaking into your daily routine. You will be prepared for leadership roles such as principals, department chairs, supervisors, and other leadership roles in public and private K-12 schools. All program courses are designed around the Interstate School Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) Standards, which make children and their learning the foundation for school administration. By incorporating these standards, the program prepares you to obtain licensure in the 36 states that have adopted the standards, including Texas.

Master of Education in Leadership of Learning (Principalship) - Leadership of Digital Learning

Abilene Christian University's Master of Education in Leadership of Learning with a specialization in Leadership of Digital Learning is a faith-based, online program that prepares you to lead with digital savvy and transform education amid the potential anxiety and complexity of the new digital learning environment.

Graduate Certificate in Superintendency

Abilene Christian University's Superintendency Certificate is designed to prepare future school leaders for the essential position of superintendent of K-12 schools. The program is for practicing administrators and/or those with masters' degrees and principal certificates who wish to work toward Superintendent Certification. The Certificate has been built on national standards and the online format allows working professionals to fit required course work into their work schedule and complete their certification requirements without ever leaving home.

The Certificate has been designed to help students seeking superintendency:

• Understand the responsibilities of a superintendent from the perspectives of political dynamics and their connections to the policy process.
• Evaluate educational facilities related to planning, financing, design, construction and maintenance.
• Evaluate the financing of public education to effectively produce student learning.
• Understand the foundations and contemporary issues in K-12 curriculum and assessment from the perspective of a superintendent.

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