International Inclusive Leadership Program

Intent to Enroll: Contact Lead Inclusion by January 1 with your intent to join a cohort.

Program Start: The program begins in February with the start of the first core course.

Degree Application Deadline: Degree applications are due each year by April 1.

Program Completion: Participants who complete the full program, including all core and research courses, finish in about 18 months, at the end of summer semester.

Contacts for Application Support:

• Paul Winston Martin – Admission Advisor, SDSU Global Campus ([email protected])
• Asia Machitar – Administrative Support Coordinator, EDL Programs ([email protected])

Cost: The program application is open only to those who are teaching in international schools and enrolled through Lead Inclusion. The program costs approximately $12,500. 

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FALL SEMESTER (14 Units)

CORE COURSES:

EDL 615: Leading Equity in Schools (6 Units) 

Taught in partnership with Lead Inclusion. You must co-enroll in the corresponding Lead Inclusion Courses.

The purpose of this course is to prepare participants for supporting equity for students in PreK-12 schools through a variety of leadership roles. In particular, this course provides an examination of common biases and inequities in schools that affect students. Participants will study and apply current best practice to design school systems and structures for reducing inequities and promoting optimal learning environments and experiences for all learners.

EDL 616: Leading Teams to Use Evidence-Based Practices (6 Units)

Taught in partnership with Lead Inclusion. You must co-enroll in the corresponding Lead Inclusion Courses.

The purpose of this course is to prepare participants to lead the use of evidence-based instructional practices in PreK-12 schools. Participants in this course will develop a deep understanding of high-quality instruction to the point where they can see it, feel it, and know when it’s not present.

RESEARCH COURSE:

EDL 690: PK-12 Needs Assessment & Program Evaluation I (2 Units)

Needs assessment and program evaluation to inform practice and amplify student impact. Students establish project focus and frame inquiry work for the EDL 690-691-692 sequence. Review extant data, understand opportunity and develop inquiry plan to guide data collection effort.

SPRING SEMESTER (8 Units)

CORE COURSE: 

EDL 617: Mentoring, Coaching, and Collaboration (6 Units) 

Taught in partnership with Lead Inclusion. You must co-enroll in the corresponding Lead Inclusion Courses.

The purpose of this course is to prepare participants to use mentoring, coaching, and collaboration in their roles as leaders to promote school improvement. Participants will learn about various models and methods for mentoring and coaching from a parallel position of authority.

RESEARCH COURSE:

EDL 691: PK-12 Needs Assessment & Program Evaluation II (2 Units)

Implementation of PK-12 needs assessment or program evaluation inquiry plans developed in EDL 690. Instrument design and development, followed by data collection. Iterative inquiry and continuous review of findings against guiding questions, adaptation of efforts to achieve inquiry objective.

SUMMER SEMESTER (8 Units)

CORE COURSE: 

EDL 618: Organizational Engagement (6 Units) 

Taught in partnership with Lead Inclusion. You must co-enroll in the corresponding Lead Inclusion Courses.

The purpose of this course is to prepare teachers to lead organizational change using principles of implementation science. Using principles of implementation science, participants will design professional learning opportunities and professional learning communities to promote and sustain organizational change.

RESEARCH COURSE:

EDL 692: Data for PK-12 Program Design, Appreciation, and Improvement (2 Units) Summer Semester

Analysis and reporting of needs assessment and program evaluation findings. Examine qualitative and quantitative data as framed by inquiry plan. Author and present findings, including strengths, recommendations for improvement, and implications for leaders. Reflect on inquiry process for future application.

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Application Deadline: April 1

To apply for the Master of Arts in Teacher Leadership at San Diego State University (SDSU) Global Campus, follow these steps:

1. Complete the Cal State Apply Application (Deadline: April 1, 2025)

1. Go to Cal State Apply and select the “Select a Term to Apply For” pulldown menu.
2. Choose “Fall 2025” (Even though classes start in Summer 2025, you must apply for Fall 2025). Note: If the application defaults to Spring 2025 or Summer 2025, clear the search and manually enter Fall 2025.
3. Create an account or sign in.
4. In the “Add Program” tab, search for “Teacher Leadership” under “San Diego Global Campus – Extension.”
5. Complete all sections of the application.
6. Submit the application. SDSU will email you with your SDSUid information after submission.

2. Submit Transcripts

• Electronic transcripts should be sent directly from your institution to [email protected].
• Tip: Request transcripts as soon as possible, as processing times can vary.

3. Complete the Interfolio Application (Deadline: April 1, 2025)

• You will need to submit the following supplemental documents via Interfolio:

  • Resume

  • Statement of Leadership Philosophy

  • Two letters of recommendation (one must be from your immediate supervisor)

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