M.S. in Teaching & Curriculum TC1

Program Options/Extensions:
In addition to taking the core program outlined below, students may want to consider supplementing their program to achieve other goals and pursue additional certification. Each option enhancement has specific prerequisites and/or course requirements in addition to the requirements for the TC1 base program.

Additional Options & Certifications

Advanced Certificate in Online Teaching [OT1] (3+ Additional Credits)

Additional Advanced Certificate in Digitally-Rich Teaching in K-12 Schools [OT3] (3+ Additional Credits)

Additional Advanced Certificate in Urban Teaching and Leadership [UT1] (3+ Additional Credits)

Optional Advanced Certificate in Program Evaluation [EV1] (3+ Additional Credits)

Advanced Certificate in Teacher Leadership [LT1] (3+ Additional Credits)

Primary program course requirements

The primary program includes a total of 30 credits. The detailed M.S. in Teaching & Curriculum TC1 Program of Study Form shows the additional requirements for the program option(s)/extension(s). When you meet with your advisor, you will complete a detailed program plan for M.S. in Teaching & Curriculum TC1

Entry Level Courses

Up to 10 credits in graduate-level coursework in education or related fields may be transferred in prior to matriculating into the Master’s degree program if approved by the faculty advisor. These transfer credits can fulfill an elective requirement or be a direct substitution of a required course. Required courses that are part of accreditation assessments cannot be substituted.

Masters' Core
Master's Research Methods
Race, Class, Gender, and Disability in American Education
or Teaching, Curriculum, and Change

Specialization Courses

Select two courses or independent studies relevant to your own area of specialization (English, mathematics, science, social studies, school reform, inclusion, innovations in education, etc.).

Electives

Choose electives for a total of at least 18 credits

Notes:

Other Requirements:

In addition to the coursework indicated above, in order to graduate and to receive the certification(s)/licensure (if any) you are seeking this program has additional requirements. Please note that in some cases, while our program will provide you with all the academic experiences required for the certification you seek, there may be some additional requirements that you will have to complete independently and outside of our program in order to be granted that certification/licensure (ex: completing a certain number of years of mentored experiences or completing exams).

Required for Program Completion

B.A. or B.S. Degree
Master's Essay or Thesis
Program of Study Signature - Advisor
Program of Study Signature - Associate Dean
Program of Study Signature - Program Chair