MA in Educational Foundations, Policy and Practice in Boulder United States | University of Colorado Boulder

The MA program offers two concentrations tailored to equip graduates for various positions as teachers, activists, or policy specialists in educational settings, governmental bodies, research centers, advocacy groups, community initiatives, or universities: Community-Based Transformation and Policy Assessment.

Students will cultivate proficiency in policy examination, research methodologies, and program assessment, alongside specialized study areas like educational restructuring and fostering collaborations between local stakeholders and external partners. This curriculum particularly targets teachers, caregivers, and community leaders seeking to acquire competencies that empower them to champion fair, high-standard education.

Beyond policy scrutiny, research approaches, and program appraisal, participants will explore educational system transformation and the creation of more just educational frameworks. The curriculum readies assessment professionals and policy researchers for positions in higher education and state/national organizations. Alumni will possess the ability to scrutinize, propose, and assess governmental policies with efficacy.