Educational Psychology, Research Concentration MA

Total Credits—33+

Educational Psychology: Research Concentration

Program Outcomes

 Master-Level - Educational Psychology Student Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate the ability to integrate a spiritual perspective into educational  psychological practice and theory
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of human development, and human learning across the life span
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the major theories of learning and motivation.
• Competency in the planning and prescribing of teaching and curriculum strategies for students
• Knowledge of human behavior and behavior management techniques and capacity to plan and implement classroom management procedures pertaining to the behavior of students
• The acquisition and mastery of a broad understanding of learning and learning impairments
• Skills in the ability to consult, counsel, and collaborate with students, parents, school personnel, and appropriate outside personnel regarding mental health, behavior, and educational concerns utilizing psychologist principles
• Knowledge of human growth and development in pupils with or without handicaps
• Demonstrate the ability to use current technology for supervision, assessment, and professional record keeping and consultation
• Understand and interpret statistical data from research studies
• Integrate data from tests and other measurement sources
• Understand dynamics of research
• Communicate research findings to parents, students and other professionals in a meaningful way
• Demonstrate ability to provide psychological information to special populations including ethnic minorities, female students, learning disabled students, mentally challenged students, emotionally handicapped students, physically disabled students, and gifted students
• Conduct research in the area of Education and School Psychology.
• Understands ethical standards for the profession of Educational Psychology
• Demonstrates ethical behaviors in the area of Educational Psychology