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[Jennifer_H]

Sorry to those who read this twice- I realized this area might be a better place to post this than the GENERAL area...

I have decided to pursue a Masters degree so that I can teach at a Community College. I currently have a job where I spend a lot of time on these campuses and really love this population and the challenges it also provides.

The problem is- I'm not exactly sure WHAT to get my Masters in. I was considering either an MBA or something in Communication Studies, Technology, or Educational Technology... I've also heard there is a degree that allows you to be in Adminsitration but you can also teach- I might be interested in this...

I was hoping to get some advice on the following:

1) Which disicplines in the general areas I mentioned tend to have the highest starting salaries? (I anticipate taking a pay cut from my current career but want to take potential salary into consideration when choosing a degree)
2) Which discplines have the highest demand for instructors?
3) I'm overwhlemed trying to look at different programs- advice on choosing a graduate school?
4) Any suggestions for working full time and attending Graduate school? Your thoughts on Online programs?

Thank you for sharing your advice and thoughts.