fsehs-nsu presentation april 23, 2010
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NSU – A Brief HistoryNSU – A Brief History
o 1964 – Chartered by the State of Florida as Nova University of Advanced Technology
o First class was 17 students
o 1971 – first off-campus course of study introduced (The National Ed.D. Program for Educational Leaders)
o 1994 – merger between Nova University and Southeastern University of the Health Sciences
NSU – A Brief HistoryNSU – A Brief History
o The largest independent institution of higher learning in the State of Florida and the entire Southeast
o The 6th largest independent institution of higher learning in the nation
o Named one of the “Top 20 Cyber Universities in the United States” by Forbes Magazine
o Fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) regional accrediting body
Life at NSULife at NSU
A small, private college atmosphereo Average class size of 22 studentso Courses taught by accessible faculty, not graduate assistants
Yet a major universityo Diverse student populationo Largest library in the State of Florida; first in the nation to be
a joint partnership of public and private institutionso Cutting-edge technology
Fischler School of Fischler School of Education & Human ServicesEducation & Human Services
1-(800)-986-3223 www.SchoolofEd.nova.edu
Fischler School of Fischler School of Education & Human ServicesEducation & Human Services
o Headquartered in North Miami Beach
o Pioneer in distance learning since 1972
o One of the largest schools of education in the United States
o Programs in 55 U.S. cities, 29 states, 12 other countries, and 4 continents
o 36,000 educators graduated
o Enrollment of over 14,000+ students worldwide
o High-quality education delivered through a variety of methods that meet students’ work schedules, locations, needs, and objectives
Doctor of Education ProgramDoctor of Education Program
Program DescriptionProgram Description • A curriculum with a solid foundation in leadership, research,
and the study of current trends and issues. • Menu-driven approach that allows the choice to create a
customized program of study• Students gain expertise in their chosen concentrations and
supplement that area of study with an additional concentration, a minor in another area, or with electives from multiple disciplines.
Program FormatProgram Format
o The program (coursework and dissertation) is designed to be completed in 3 years. However, students have a maximum of seven years to complete the program.
o 66 credit hours.o The required core seminars are offered in a
blended, on-site, cluster-based format.o All concentration and elective (non-research)
courses are offered in an online format, only.o New students admitted three times per year.
ConcentrationsConcentrations
o Educational Leadership o Health Care Education o Higher Education Leadership o Human Services Administration o Instructional Leadership o Instructional Technology and Distance Education o Organizational Leadership o Special Education o Speech-Language Pathology For more information about the concentrations please visit:
http://www.schoolofed.nova.edu/doctoral/concentrations.htm
Minors & Electiveso Adult Education o Autism o Brain-Based Leadership o Charter School Education Leadership o Conflict Resolution o Curriculum Development o Early Childhood Education o Gerontology o Human Resource Development o School Business Leadership o Urban Education o Additional Electives For more information about the minors and electives please visit:
http://www.schoolofed.nova.edu/doctoral/current/minors/adult_ed.htm
Curriculum StructureCurriculum Structure
Doctoral Studies Orientation
0 credits Minor or Electives 9-15 credits
Summer Conference
0 credits Minor 15 credits
Core Seminars 18 credits Electives 9-15 credits
Research Elective 3 credits Dissertation 12 credits
Concentration 18-24 credits
Total Program Credits
66 credits
Admission RequirementsAdmission Requirements
o NSU Application Formo $50.00 non-refundable admissions application feeo Official transcripts from ALL previously attended
institutionso All foreign transcripts should be submitted with their official evaluation
o Applicants must hold a master’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 GPA
o Two letters of recommendationo Personal Statement of Goalso Non-native English speakers: 550/213/80 in TOEFL or 6.0 in
IELTS
Cluster ConceptCluster Concept
o 15-20 participants
o Supported by a local Field Associate
o Students from a broad range of academic and professional areas
A new model with international perspective
International Cohort ModelInternational Cohort Model
NEWInternational Cohort International Cohort
ModelModelo 15-20 participants from Caribbean and
Central America
o Supported by a local Field Associate
o Blended Core courses (online and f2f)
o 3 year program
o 4-time travel option
o For students OUTSIDE
the USA
DSO 8000 – Doctoral Studies DSO 8000 – Doctoral Studies OrientationOrientation
o The doctoral studies orientation provides students with an overview of six distinct areas related to doctoral studies:
Academic Affairs Enrollment Services Applied Research Distance Library Technology Debt Management
o This non-credit online orientation is required for all students entering the doctoral program at the Fischler School of Education and Human Services. Students must register for DSO 8000 and complete the course prior to beginning course work. Students will have a maximum of two weeks to complete the orientation. For additional information, please go to:
http://www.schoolofed.nova.edu/dso
Ed.D Program StructureEd.D Program Structure
Summer Conference (Orlando, Florida)“The Conference for Global Leadership, Learning,
and Research”
First Year
DSODoctoral Studies Orientation
On-site/Online
Program Start
Admission ProcessEstimated Time:
6 to 8 weeks prior to the beginning of classes
Getting Started
Applied Applied DissertationDissertation
o Concept Paper
o Proposal
o Dissertation
M.S. in EducationM.S. in Educationwith a specialization in TEFLwith a specialization in TEFLTeaching English as a Foreign Language
Innovative Model,Innovative Model,
Dynamic Delivery MethodDynamic Delivery Method
FSEHS M.S. in TEFL: the FSEHS M.S. in TEFL: the programprogram
o A dynamic study program that includes the latest developments in educational linguistics and second language teaching.
o A well-designed combination of theory and practice to maximize the benefits of each one of the courses.
o Courses that include the relevant information for the present-day language educator.
o A program that introduces candidates to the latest technology in language education and instructional design.
M.S. in TEFL: the programM.S. in TEFL: the program
OPTION 1
Applied Linguistics
12 credits
OPTION 2
Technology
12 credits
OPTION 3
University Partnershi
p12 credits
Core Courses21 credits
Applied Field Experience (USA)International Applied Field Experience
International TEFL Certificate3 credits
M.S. in TEFL: Option 1M.S. in TEFL: Option 1
M.S. in TEFL
Courses delivered by
N.S.U.(21 credits)
Interactive Technology for Graduate Ed. Structure of English or Foreign LanguageTEFL Curriculum and Materials DevelopmentMethods of Teaching English to EFL speakersEducational Research for PractitionersUse of Technology in TEFLTesting and Evaluation in TEFL
Practical exposure to contents combining theory, technology
and applied projects throughout the
program
Applied Professional ExperienceInternational Applied Professional
Experience International TEFL Certificate
Applied Linguistics OptionTeaching English to ChildrenTeaching English to Adolescents and AdultsInternational EnglishSociolinguistics for TEFL PractitionersApplied LinguisticsStructure of English
Program Options
(12 credits)
M.S. in TEFL: Option 2M.S. in TEFL: Option 2
M.S. in TEFL
Courses delivered by
N.S.U.(21 credits)
Interactive Technology for Graduate Ed. Structure of English or Foreign LanguageTEFL Curriculum and Materials DevelopmentMethods of Teaching English to EFL speakersEducational Research for PractitionersUse of Technology in TEFLTesting and Evaluation in TEFL
Practical exposure to contents combining theory, technology
and applied projects throughout the
program
Technology Option Using Computers in Language TeachingUsing the Internet for Language TeachingComputer Assisted AssessmentOnline and Distance EducationWeb Design for Language Teaching
Applied Professional ExperienceInternational Applied Professional
Experience International TEFL Certificate
Program Options
(12 credits)
M.S. in TEFL: Option 3M.S. in TEFL: Option 3
M.S. in TEFL
Courses delivered by
N.S.U.(21 credits)
Interactive Technology for Graduate Ed. Structure of English or Foreign LanguageTEFL Curriculum and Materials DevelopmentMethods of Teaching English to EFL speakersEducational Research for PractitionersUse of Technology in TEFLTesting and Evaluation in TEFL
Courses delivered by partner universityA sample English for Academic PurposesApplied LinguisticsTeaching English for Specific PurposesSociolinguistics for TEFL PractitionersTeaching English to Adolescents and Adults
Practical exposure to contents combining theory, technology
and applied projects throughout the
program
Applied Professional ExperienceInternational Applied Professional
Experience International TEFL Certificate
Program Options
(12 credits)
ECUADOR-USA ECUADOR-USA
M.S. in the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language(TEFL)
UTPL Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja
M.S. in TEFL: the programM.S. in TEFL: the program
UTPL-CREAD Courses15 credits
FSEHS Core Courses21 credits
M.S. in Education with a Specialization in TEFL
Program DeliveryProgram Delivery
o NSU Distance Education modelo Online asynchronous and
synchronous communication
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Thank you!Thank you!Anthony J. DeNapoliAnthony J. DeNapoli
Dean, International [email protected]
Alejandra ParraAlejandra ParraAssociate Dean, International Affairs