Mariano Gálvez University of Guatemala
Master of Higher Education (blended)

Guatemala City, Guatemala

DEGREE TYPE

Master degree

DURATION

LANGUAGES

Spanish

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Feb 2025

STUDY FORMAT

Blended

Key Summary

About : The Master of Higher Education (blended) program offers a flexible approach to studying, combining online learning with on-campus experiences. This program aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for effective practice in higher education contexts. It covers a range of topics, including higher education policy, learning and teaching strategies, and assessment approaches, tailored for those looking to enhance their careers in this field.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths in higher education institutions, including roles as administrators, educational developers, or policy analysts. They may also find opportunities in student support services, higher education consultancy, and academic advising, fostering a positive impact on educational practices and student experiences.

Design of each of the courses that include: Psychosocial considerations of the target group. The procedural, attitudinal, and conceptual contents of each area of specialization Communication and Language, Physics and Mathematics, Educational Technology and Social Sciences, and Citizen Education are studied. The knowledge (procedural, attitudinal, and conceptual) applied to real life. How do you learn best? Promotion of Creativity, promotion of critical thinking. How is it best taught? Connect inquiry and learning.

Application to real life: How to face uncertainty and new scenarios? How is this learning evaluated? Promotion of lifelong learning (learning to learn) Integration of contextualized knowledge with application to real-life Skills focused on conflict resolution. Promotion of entrepreneurship. Current trends in each area of specialization. Inclusion of the study of Guatemalan educational legislation.

Personal work and autonomous study are combined and the curriculum design, learning modality, essential characteristics, and approach of the teachers in secondary education are taken as a basis.