Katrina Landa, Ed.D.
Administrative Faculty and Teaching and Learning Coordinator,
Department of Teaching and Learning
Katrina Landa, Ed.D., received a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master's degree in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), both from the University of Miami in Florida. She earned her Doctorate in Special Education (with a minor in Educational Leadership) from Florida International University. She started her career as an early childhood special education teacher, working first with children with autism and later in a co-teaching classroom for 3- to 5-year-olds both typically developing and with varying exceptionalities. From there she worked with middle schoolers with special needs, teaching social studies. She has worked with students of all ages learning English as a second language (ESL), most recently as an ESL college preparation instructor, and early college coordinator in Jacksonville, FL. Currently, Dr. Landa serves as a Professor and Program Coordinator for the Department of Teaching and Learning at American College of Education (ACE). She is also a faculty advisor for the ACE Writing Center. She enjoys spending time with her husband and three daughters and their lab mix dog, Kalie. During normal (pre-COVID) times, she enjoyed travel, and she really hopes to get back to exploring again soon!
Education
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Doctorate in Exceptional Student Education
Florida International University -
Master's in Early Childhood Special Education and English as a Second Language
University of Miami -
Bachelor's in Special Education and Psychology
University of Miami
Research Interests
- ESOL
- Early childhood education
ABA
Charter Schools and Special Education
Program Affiliations
Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction Doctor of Education
This customizable degree is designed to help you advance your understanding of a wide range of curriculum development and instructional methods that can improve teaching and learning in diverse educational settings.
64
Semester Credits
Ed.D. in Instructional Technology Doctor of Education
This customizable degree is designed to help you advance your understanding of methods of instructional technology for a wide range of educational settings. Through a tailored approach to the dissertation process, you can complete the program in as little as three years.
64
Semester Credits
Ed.D. in Leadership Doctor of Education
The Doctor of Education in Leadership program is designed to help you advance your leadership and research skills within your chosen discipline, whatever that may be. Through a tailored approach to the dissertation process, you can complete the program in as little as three years.
64
Semester Credits
Ed.D. in Nursing Education Doctor of Education
64
Semester Credits
Ed.D. in Public Health Education Doctor of Education
64
Semester Credits
Ed.D. in Second Language Instruction Doctor of Education
The Doctorate of Education in Second Language Instruction is designed for professionals with a master’s degree who wish to advance their second language instruction skills and knowledge at the post-master’s level. Through a tailored approach to the dissertation process, you can complete the program in as little as three years.
64
Semester Credits
Ed.S. in Second Language Instruction Educational Specialist
The Educational Specialist in Second Language Instruction is for professionals with a master’s degree who wish to advance their second language instruction skills and knowledge at the post-master’s level without having to complete a dissertation. Students will become more effective leaders in the field of Second Language Instruction through in-depth knowledge of research-based theories of language acquisition, assessment and instructional methods, strategies that promote cultural understanding, and current best practices to meet the needs of second language learners across diverse educational settings.
34
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Adult Education and Training Master of Education
The M.Ed. in Adult Education and Training will prepare you to teach and train adults to advance their careers. Focusing on learning technology tools, you’ll learn to identify adult learning needs, develop training materials for adult learners, and assess adult training efficacy to meet career advancement or workforce development goals.
31
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Advanced Studies Master of Education
This program is designed to help those wanting to teach at the secondary or college level meet education requirements. With more than 10 majors and more than five Focus of Study areas, it allows you to obtain 18-credit hours in the area of your choosing.
34
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction Master of Education
This program provides PreK-12 educators with a thorough background of current scientific research and pedagogy to help them learn how students learn. It is designed around the “learn, apply, assess” model to maximize gains in student performance.
34
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education Master of Education
The Master of Early Childhood Education program focuses on the knowledge and skills needed to engage young children in learning experiences that will influence future educational opportunities. You will learn to create viable, age-specific, and dynamic learning environments.
31
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Educational Business Administration Master of Education
The Master of Education in Educational Business Administration program was designed for those who want to develop business and leadership skills in an educational setting. Framed by the standards from the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO), the program prepares strategic leaders for senior administrative positions in a variety of settings including public, charter, and private schools, as well as community colleges and other educational institutions or learning organizations.
35
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Educational Technology Master of Education
The Master of Education in Educational Technology program prepares educators and other professionals to serve as technology leaders by teaching them to track trends and leverage technology as an effective tool to support learning and meet the needs of school staff, teachers, and students.
34
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Elementary Education Master of Education
Specifically designed for elementary teachers who wish to advance their expertise and skills, the Master of Education in Elementary Education degree will build on their current understanding of young students’ learning needs and introduce them to new ways of incorporating technology into the classroom.
34
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in English as a Second Language and Bilingual Education Master of Education
The Master of Education in English as a Second Language and Bilingual program addresses the needs of teachers who are interested in working with linguistically and culturally diverse non-native English speakers. It is aligned to the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards: English as a New Language.
34
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Higher Education Master of Education
Designed for individuals who wish to advance their skills or career in higher education, this program focuses on the ever-changing global, economic, and technological environments that impact the field of higher education.
34
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Instructional Design and Technology Master of Education
This degree is designed for students wishing to use technology to pursue a career in instructional design. You will learn how to evaluate, develop, and implement effective instructional design in a variety of educational settings.
31
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Integrated Curriculum Master of Education
This program will help K-12 educators enhance their curriculum in order to improve student performance, close achievement gaps, and prepare students for the future workplace. You will learn how to utilize technology, collaborative environments, and other integrated resources to foster high levels of student achievement and performance.
31
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Literacy Master of Education
This program is designed for educators who wish to bring systematic change to schools seeking to improve or enhance reading instruction. You will learn how to develop a supportive curriculum that helps students and teachers meet important reading milestones.
31
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Special Education Master of Education
The M.Ed. in Special Education provides educators with the background to support students with exceptionalities in P-12 settings. The courses provide students with evidence-based methods to develop curriculum, design learning environments, and enhance instructional strategies and guidance techniques to support the diverse learning needs of students. The coursework is designed to provide students with an in-depth study of research-based methods to meet the needs of students with special needs in current educational settings. This degree is a non-licensure program but can lead to endorsements in specific states
34
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in STEM Education Master of Education
This program will help you empower students to think like scientists. It was designed in conjunction with The National Institute for STEM Education (NISE) and Accelerate Learning and offers a holistic overview of historical and current issues impacting integrated science education while cultivating research-based strategies to improve student learning.
25
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership Master of Education
This degree is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to help other teachers reach their full potential. You’ll learn to interpret research on leadership models, teacher evaluation, and motivation, and use it to develop professional learning opportunities that promote continuous improvement
31
Semester Credits
M.Ed. in Teaching English Learners Master of Education
English language learners are the fastest growing student population and educators need specialized training to work with them effectively. This program is built to help teachers reach these students, bridge cultural gaps, and differentiate their curriculum according to individual student needs.
31
Semester Credits
M.A. in Elementary Teaching Master of Arts
The Master of Arts in Elementary Teaching degree is designed for those who want to be elementary teachers but have bachelor’s degrees in non-education fields. By building a solid foundation in elementary education, you’ll earn a master’s degree and be prepared for a career of working with young learners.
34
Semester Credits
M.A. in Secondary Teaching Master of Arts
The Master of Arts in Secondary Teaching is designed for students who have bachelor’s degrees in non-education fields but want to be teachers at the secondary level. By building a solid foundation in secondary education, you’ll earn a master’s degree and be prepared for a career in teaching at the secondary level.
34
Semester Credits
Certificate in Adult Education and Corporate Training Certificate
This certificate is designed to help you utilize teaching skills in an environment that requires professional development, team building, or training to improve personal, collaborative skills in adults. Theories of interaction are taught through experiential activities that you can apply to training opportunities.
18
Semester Credits
Certificate in English as a Second Language and Bilingual Education Certificate
This certificate was designed for current K-12 teachers who are interested in working with English language learners. Throughout your coursework, you will get strategies for supporting students as they learn English.
18
Semester Credits
K-12
Grade Level
Certificate in Teaching English Learners Certificate
This program is designed to prepare educators to bridge cultural gaps and differentiate curriculum to meet the needs of the fastest growing student population: English language learners.
16
Semester Credits
Micro-Credential English as a Second Language and Bilingual Education Micro-Credential
The English as a Second Language and Bilingual Education micro-credential provides students with information to work with second language learners in a variety of settings. This micro-credential provides content addressing key foundational theories and research-based strategies to support the educational or instructional needs of second language and bilingual learners.
9
Semester Credits
Micro-Credential in Early Childhood Special Education Micro-Credential
12
Semester Credits
Micro-Credential in Learning Behavior Specialist 1 Micro-Credential
12
Semester Credits