Education Department | Certification
and Minors | Educational Studies
Master of Arts in Teaching | Course
of Study
Lower Division | Upper Division |
Graduate
A practicum in a K-8 setting(EDU-501, Practicum). The course includes an understanding of the theory, methodology, and practice of reading, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, music, art, health and physical education (EDU-502, Methods). It also includes observations and teaching, participation in professional activities normally associated with teaching, participation in supervisory conferences, and action research (EDU-503, Seminar).
A practicum in a 6-12 setting (EDU 501, Practicum). The course includes an understanding of the theory, methodology, and practice of content related to the student’s teaching major and minor (EDU-502, Methods). It also includes observations and teaching, participation in professional activities normally associated with teaching, participation in supervisory conferences, and action research (EDU-503, Seminar).
Fall. Specific instruction will include methodology, portfolio development, research, and seminar.
Winter. Portfolio development, research, and methodology continue.
Spring. Specific instruction focuses on curriculum development, assessing learning, portfolio assessment, research, and seminar. Methods for elementary certification continue.
An investigation into the models of leadership, school organization, leadership strategies, and the climate of current educational reform. The intent is to develop effective educational change agents.
An overview of qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection and
their application and an introduction to research design. Candidates will design
their research projects. A grade of "B" or better is required to
enroll in Internships.
An advanced look at the integration of technology and instruction, including hypermedia, web page design, and the use of the Internet for instructional purposes.
A culminating course designed to complete the research project and the professional portfolio. The candidates will present their research to the educative community.
A student-designed study intended to enhance an area of expertise.