Graduates of the program will master educational theory and progressive approaches to teaching, which will allow them to become more effective in the classroom and to become innovative leaders in the field of education. MSEd programs include principal, educational counseling, special education, and reading specialist. The principal master s program prepares students to be leaders in the school system and in the community. Course work is aimed at sharpening decision making, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students also acquire a mastery of organization assessment techniques and explore various topics through research.
Students participate in relevant field experience, all under the supervision of senior faculty.
The educational counseling program is ideal for certified teachers who would like to become school guidance counselors and for anyone who wishes to provide counseling or student services in higher education. All students will develop individual and group counseling skills, become knowledgeable about personal and career decision making, and learn to develop and evaluate student support services. The special education program prepares certified, experienced classroom teachers as well as those seeking initial certification to work with special education populations. Whether employed in mainstream classrooms, as resource room teachers or as self-contained classroom teachers, graduates of the program will be ready to make meaningful contributions to the educational community. Classroom instruction provides a thorough understanding of diagnostic, remediation, and behavioral management techniques that enable graduates to individualize instruction for special education conditions.