Wednesday, March 28, 2012

UWG|Online Degrees Spotlight: School Media

Master of Education with a Major in Media
(School Media)

The online Master of Education with a Major in Media (School Library Track) degree is designed to prepare educators to become progressive, innovative, academically grounded instructional technology leaders; Enable teachers and school library media specialists to successfully integrate technology into their learning environments; Build and enhance skills in research and program evaluation to support instructional growth and improvement; Pioneer innovative delivery options to maximize educational experiences; Cultivate diversity of ideas, values, and persons responsive to changing needs and technologies; and promote the advancement of learning through scholarship and service.
The School Library Media track also leads to Georgia certification in school library media. Students who have already completed a master's degree in any field can complete the school library media certification program.
Accreditation:
University of West Georgia is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).  The College of Education at the University of West Georgia is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Credit & Transfer:
Total semester hours required to earn a degree: 36
Maximum Hours Transferable into program: 6
Program website and contacts:
The Dept of Educational Innovation Website includes a program handbook, directory of instructors and their credentials, as well as other vital information.
Dr. Barbara Kawulich (Chair) bkawulic@westga.edu 678-839-5259
June Barry (Pre-enrollment contact) jbarry@westga.edu 678-839-6558
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Thursday, March 15, 2012

UWG|Online Offers Doctoral Program in Nursing Education

UWG|Online to Offer Doctoral Program in Nursing Education

The University of West Georgia is proud to announce that it has been granted approval by the University System of Georgia's Board of Regents to offer a doctoral program in nursing education.

The doctoral program, UWG's fourth, will enable students to earn a doctorate degree that will prepare them to train future nurses, helping address a critical shortage in the state, region and nation.

Last year, for example, nursing schools in Georgia turned away 2,000 qualified candidates, said Dr. Kathryn Grams, dean of UWG's School of Nursing. Restrictions on the number of students per faculty member prevent colleges from enrolling more students, Grams said.

The program will be entirely online, and is one of just four in the nation that combine the efforts of a nursing school and an education college. It is projected to be operational by the fall semester of 2012.

"It is a significant event in the history of the institution," said UWG President Beheruz N. Sethna. "Congratulations and thanks to Dean Kathryn Grams and the nursing faculty and to College of Education Dean Kim Metcalf and the education faculty who worked collaboratively on this program, and to Provost Michael Horvath and the administration and staff of the academic affairs department."

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please contact the School of Nursing by phone: 678-839-6552 or by email: nurs@westga.edu

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

UWG|Online Degrees Spotlight: Applied Computer Science

Master of Science with a Major in Applied Computer Science 
The Master of Science in Applied Computer Science degree is a professional program that provides individuals holding an undergraduate degree in any discipline the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career in the exciting and dynamic field of computer science and information technology.

All instruction and course work is delivered 100% online via the Internet using a variety of asynchronous and synchronous distance learning technologies.
 
Coursework completion is possible in as little as 24 months. Degrees are conferred in May, August, and December.

Visit the Online M.S. in Applied Computer Science website for detailed information on how to get started today!
Accreditation:
University of West Georgia is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)
Credit & Transfer:
Total hours required to earn a degree: 36 (semester hours)
This program does not accept transfer credits. 
Program website and contacts:
The Dept of Computer Science Website includes a program information, directory of instructors and their credentials, as well as other vital information.
Dr. Adel Abunawass (Pre-enrollment advisor) cs@westga.edu 678-839-6485 
Projected Offerings:
Current information on projected course offerings can be found on the program's Online M.S. in Applied Computer Science curriculum website.
UWG|Online website for more information: