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April 13, 2005
By Ed Castro
ed.castro@hqpublications.com
Education Factor Columinst
The most recent data from the National Education Association reveals that more than 77 percent of teachers participate in system-sponsored professional development activities during the school year and more teachers than ever (35 percent) participated in such activities during the summer.
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One way for a teacher to increase the potential for a higher salary and advancement is seeking out additional training that improves your abilities as an educator. Educational leadership degrees are broad-based programs designed to prepare teachers for leadership positions in general or specific areas of education.
Where Are Tomorrow's Leaders Today?
Such leadership may occur at many different levels and within various organizational settings from private to public facilities. Designed mostly for working teachers, a leadership degree is an education degree that combines theory and research with practice to promote change and professionalism within their organizations. Holders of leadership degrees can be found in public, private and parochial school settings, vocational-technical institutions, and human resource development organizations within large corporations.
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Which Leadership Degrees are Best?
A Master of Science in Educational Leadership prepares you for a leadership position such as school administrator. A Master of Education in Educational Leadership prepares you to teach other educators to become leaders that manage and lead various types of educational organizations.
Leadership Masters Degree Education Online
For working teachers who can't take an extended period of time away from their current positions, an education degree online might be the best solution. While similar to traditional education, master's degree education online features more flexible schedules than brick and mortar programs. No matter which path you take, a master of education with a focus on leadership will help you develop the skills to analyze, critique, and improve the performance of educational institutions.
About the Author
Edward A. Castro has extensive experience as a creative media writer. His client portfolio has included such notables as Hewlett-Packard, Sony Computer Entertainment, Shockwave, AtomFilms, GameBlast and Mervyn's California. In his current position, Ed is developing the marketing strategy of an Internet startup company specializing in Japanese trade goods. He is also in the process of writing his first novel.
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