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The M.A.Ed. program in Secondary Teaching & Inquiry at Maryville University is a dynamic post-baccalaureate initiative in partnership with the Parkway School District in St. Louis, MO. This program emphasizes collaborative curriculum development, professional learning, and action research, rooted in over 20 years of educational experiences. With ongoing professional growth opportunities and a focus on inquiry-based learning, it seeks to adapt to evolving educational needs. Funding from the Arthur Vining Davis Foundation supports the innovative professional development of educators, ensuring long-term sustainability and meaningful impact in local schools.
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M.A.Ed. in Secondary Teaching & Inquiry: a unique post-baccalaureate program Maryville University & Parkway School DistrictSt. Louis MO Sam Hausfather, PhD; Nancy Williams, PhD; Nadine Ball, EdD
St. Louis Public Schools Initial program included October and November at Roosevelt High School, St. Louis Public Schools Comprehensive High School; Professional Development School
Current Administrative Structures: Arthur Vining Davis funding through NNER helps faculties from all sites plan together
Curriculum Structure Action Research Project Development, Implementation, and Presentation Professional Learning Journal & Growth Plan Development
20 years of learning Lessons Learned Mentoring Teams: Interviewing Team composition Program intensity decreased: in summer, in fall Meaningful inquiry & action research for beginners Ongoing tensions • Sustaining work in SLPS: • Candidates • Suburban faculty • Expansion into other schools & commitment to Roosevelt • Governing Council: Friday afternoons • Education minor for Maryville candidates---pros & cons
Long-term questions • How do we sustain this work? • When key personnel change • Fiscally • In ways that ensure ongoing renewal • Where are the moral dimensions in what we do?