Master of Applied Science in Assessment
Learning Improvement Option
Missouri Western State University
A Masters Program for You!
If you are a dedicated teacher wanting to improve your skills and increase student learning, consider Missouri Western State University's Master of Applied Science (MAS) in Assessment degree as your next career move.

Today, educational instituitions from preschool to college are faced with the demands and challenges of high standrds and accountability. Graduates of the MAS in Assessment Degree will learn how to meet these expectations while improving quality within their organizations.
The Learning Improvement Option - Course Syllabi
NEXT
STEPS
1
Apply for Graduate Admission
2
Receive acceptance notification
via email
3
Begin Summer classes
and Enroll in class

Graduate Faculty
Dr. Richard Porr
Dr. Mike Smith
Dr. Elizabeth Hendrix
Dr. Deborah Bogle
Dr. Barb Eddins
Dr. John Ellis
Dr. Nancy Edwards

Summer - Year One

EDU 510 - Policy Decisions and the Data that Drives Them (3)
June
Online - Arranged

EDU 520 - 21st Century Educators: Foundations of Professional Behaviors (3)
June
1:30 - 4:20 MTWR
Call 816-271-4332 for Additional Information
and ask to speak with Dr. Mike Smith
graduate.missouriwestern.edu
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YEAR ONE - SUMMER
EDU 510 - Policy Decisions and the Data that Drives Them (3) (Core)


EDU 520 - 21st Century Educators: Foundations of Professional Behaviors (3) (LI Option)

YEAR ONE - FALL
EDU 530 Research Approaches in Assessment   (3 cr.) (Core)

EDU 540 Current Barriers to Learning Improvement   (3 cr.) (LI Option)

YEAR ONE - SPRING
EDU 570 Seeking Support for Assessment: Funds, Partners, and Disseminating Results (3 cr.) (LI Option)

EDU 611 Literature Review and Case Study Analysis   (3 cr.) (Core)

YEAR TWO - SUMMER
EDU 615 Data Informed Analysis and Decisions   (3 cr.) (Core)

EDU 620 Applied Educational Research: Developing a Learning and Assessment Plan (3 cr.) (LI Option)
YEAR TWO - FALL
EDU 630 Improving Outcomes: Documenting the Process and Results (3 or 6 cr.) (Core)


EDU 640 Applied Research for School Improvement   (3 cr.) (LI Option)


YEAR TWO - SPRING
EDU 630 Improving Outcomes: Documenting the Process and Results (3 or 6 cr.) (Core)