Master of Science Teaching & Learning Program

The Teaching and Learning Program of the M.S. degree provides the opportunity for a school district or a cohort of teachers to select a concentration or an endorsement area with courses designed to meet specific areas of interests and academic needs. The purpose and intent of the Teaching and Learning Program is to help teachers discover ways to improve the academic achievement of students and develop professional school leadership.

Required Courses:

  • MSED 610 Methods of Educational Research (4)
  • MSED 615 Learning Theory: Advanced Educational Psychology (4)
  • MSED 628 Advanced Instructional Technology for Teachers (4)
  • MSED 650 Improvement of Instruction and Instructional Programs (4)
  • Elective Credit (1 or 2)
In addition, candidates select a concentration, consisting of 18 hours, to complete the degree. Sample concentations include:

Differentiated Instruction Concentation

  • MSED 602 Survey of Gifted Education (3)
  • MSED 613 Differentiated Instruction (3)
  • MSED 614 Behavior Strategies for the Heterogeneous Classroom (4)
  • MSED 620 Assessment, Measurement and Evaluation of Instruction (4)
  • MSED 686 Characteristics and Methods of Teaching Individuals with Mild to Moderate Disabilities (4)

Special Education Concentation (Type 10 LBSI Certificate)

  • SPED 640 Development and Characteristics of Individuals with Disabilities (3)
  • SPED 641 Legal and Historical Foundations in Special Education (3)
  • SPED 642 Educational Assessment in Special Education (3)
  • SPED 643 Methods of Instruction for General and Special Education (2)
  • SPED 644 Specialized Curriculum and Inclusion in Special Education (3)
  • SPED 645 Consultation, Transition, and Collaboration in Special Education (3)
  • SPED 646 Special Education Practicum (2)

The concentrations listed above are just two examples of many possibilities. The College of Education can customize concentrations to meet the specific needs of a particular cohort of professionals, school or building.

Contact Rich Chandler for more information.