Master of Science Education
The objective of the master's program is to provide practicing teachers, or individuals in education-related fields, with advanced education in the teaching and learning of science. These advanced studies will enhance graduates' ability to provide meaningful instruction in science; critically analyze and implement empirical research findings in science education; develop and evaluate curriculum; and become a leader in public school education at the state or local levels.
Curriculum
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | (24) | |
| MSED 502 | Advanced Strategies: Science | 3 |
| MSED 538 | Inquiry and Problem Solving | 3 |
| MSED 540 | Informal Education Practicum | 3 |
| MSED 550 | Clinical Supervision in Science/Mathematics | 3 |
| MSED 552 | Assessment and Evaluation | 3 |
| or MSED 560 | Research and Evaluation | |
| MSED 554/555 | Middle and Secondary Level Science Curriculum | 3 |
| MSED 580 | Adolescent Psychology | 3 |
| Select a minimum of one course from the following: | 3 | |
| Teacher Education/Professional Development in Science | 3 | |
| Action Research I | 3 | |
| Inquiry and Nature of Science | 3 | |
| Elective Courses | (9) | |
| Select 9 credit hours of coursework from discipline-specific science courses | 9 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 33 | |
