Degree or Program Details
Secondary Education
Program Requirements
Certified secondary teachers may pursue a master of arts in education degree in secondary education with an emphasis in secondary education or in any of the following concentrations: biology, chemistry or English.
The master of arts in education degree in secondary education offers the candidate the advanced professional and specialty knowledge needed for informed and wise practice as a secondary teacher and educational leader. The program strengthens the certification areas and enriches the candidate’s background related to students with special needs in general placements, the multi-varied nature of secondary students’ backgrounds, and other factors relevant in adapting secondary instruction and curricula to all students. Advisement sheets are available from the School of Education.
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| Total Credits Required for Degree | 34 |
| Foundations | 6 |
| Research | 5 |
| Area of Concentration | 12-15 |
| ED 522 Curriculum Development (3 cr.) |
| ED Electives | 1-5 |
| Cognates | 8-11 |
| Cognates include courses selected in consultation with the adviser to strengthen the major/minor areas. |
* Required
Note: If selecting an emphasis other than secondary education, that emphasis becomes the area of concentration, and the required education courses become the cognates. The student should consult with the department selected for the area of concentration to determine availability of courses.
