The Master’s program in Christian Child Development/Christian Early Childhood Education is designed to prepare students as independent scholars in both research and education. To support this goal, we provide three key guarantees for students admitted into the program, ensuring they gain significant research experience.
**Virtual Campus**
At Cornerstone Christian University (CCU), we offer a comprehensive set of tools to ensure your academic success. Each student is assigned a dedicated tutor and academic advisor for personalized support. Through the CCU Virtual Campus, you can easily communicate with your tutor and advisor regarding any questions or concerns about your coursework, with responses typically provided within 24-48 hours. Our platform is available 24/7, allowing you to work on assignments online or offline at your convenience.
We provide step-by-step course guides that include video tutorials, explanations, and examples. All course materials are compatible with major web browsers such as Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome. You will also benefit from direct interaction with university staff and faculty, and have access to hundreds of new online courses for flexible learning.
**Program Goals**
The Master’s program achieves its objectives through a combination of coursework, internships, and hands-on experiences in research, development, and teacher education. The program’s primary goals include:
– **Comprehensive Knowledge:** Gain a thorough understanding of early childhood education, including research, curriculum design, policy, teacher development, and student learning.
– **Independent Research:** Conduct, complete, and present original research in a specialized area of early childhood education.
– **Teaching Excellence:** Develop the skills to become outstanding educators and advisors to future college students.
– **Service Understanding:** Cultivate a deep understanding of the role of service in the university setting.
