Colorado State University Global’s Teaching and Learning Programs Impact K-12 Education in Colorado
18 Abril 2024 - 9:42AM
Colorado State University Global (CSU Global), the CSU System’s
fully online university, ranked by U.S. News & World Report as
a top provider of Online Master’s Level Education Programs in
Colorado, with a mission of advancing learner professional success,
is proud to share the positive impact its Master of Science in
Teaching and Learning (MSTL) and Principal Licensure (PL) program
completers have had on K-12 educators in Colorado. The programs’
educational and hands-on learning advancement opportunities empower
educators across the state and beyond, to make a difference in
their personal lives, classrooms, and communities.
A survey conducted by CSU Global of its Colorado-based program
completers revealed that an impressive 91% of MSTL and PL graduates
are still working within the state of Colorado, contributing to the
state’s education system, and over half who completed a principal
license at CSU Global are currently working in the same school
district.
“We are proud to provide programs designed to equip educators
with the essential skills to make meaningful impacts on schools and
districts in our home state,” said Dr. Audra Spicer, Provost at CSU
Global. “We understand the challenges of balancing professional
responsibilities with personal commitments. That’s why we’ve
created flexible programs that allow educators to advance their
careers without having to step away from the classroom. Our mission
is to ensure learners can pursue a degree or certificate on their
schedules, making upskilling possible.”
Among the other key findings of the survey:
- Of graduates across the PL pathways, 80% of
CSU Global program completers have led student support initiatives,
formed community relationships, or used data to drive
decision-making in support of student learning.
- 60% of CSU Global’s MSTL and PL program
completers reported holding a leadership position.
- Of CSU Global program completers who completed the PL
certification or the MSTL and PL, over 50%
reported using or having used 100% of the program’s targeted
outcomes in their work, and an overwhelming 89% of
graduates reported having used at least 60% of the learning
outcomes, demonstrating the practicality and relevance of the
programs.
CSU Global’s programs provide students with the required
experiences, skills, dispositions, and aptitudes to successfully
lead in K-12 schools. What’s more, its PL program is the only 100%
online program of its kind authorized by the state of Colorado.
Aligned with the CO Principal Quality Standards and the English
Learner Standards, the program prepares educators with the
necessary skills for an assistant principal or principal role in
elementary, middle, or high schools. Students gain the tools needed
to coordinate daily school activities, oversee curricula, and
maintain a safe and productive learning environment. Further,
graduates can transfer those credits into a Master’s Degree in
Teaching and Learning, reducing their time and costs to degree
completion. CSU Global also provides the upskilling courses and
programs needed to qualify K-12 teachers to teach dual enrollment
courses in subject areas of English, Math, and History.
The MSTL equips educators with comprehensive teaching and
leadership skills, delving into the design, development, and
evaluation of educational programs to meet the needs of K-12 and
nontraditional learners.
“My program at CSU Global provided me with a strong foundation
to become a school administrator,” said CSU Global alum Jayne
Berman. “As an Assistant Principal, I frequently rely on the
information and experiences I gathered through the program. CSU
Global helped me become well prepared to meet my career goals.”
CSU Global's programs continue to play a vital role in enhancing
K-12 education in Colorado and beyond. By providing educators with
upskilling opportunities and fostering leadership development, CSU
Global is empowering educators to make a lasting impact on student
and school district success.
To learn more, visit
csuglobal.edu/academic-programs/graduate-degrees/online-masters-teaching-learning.
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About Colorado State University
Global
Colorado State University Global (CSU Global) offers
career-relevant bachelor’s and master’s degree programs for working
adults and nontraditional learners. As the first 100% online,
institutionally accredited public university in the United States,
CSU Global is focused on student success as its number one
priority. Embracing the land grant heritage as part of the Colorado
State University System, CSU Global sets the standard for quality
and innovation in higher education through its expert faculty who
are recognized as industry leaders and trained in working with
adults in an online learning environment. CSU Global offers
accelerated eight-week courses that start every four weeks. Visit
CSUGlobal.edu to learn more.
Jenna Tarleton
Colorado State University Global
jenna.tarleton@csuglobal.edu