A commitment to a strong academic content base reflects the belief that excellence in teaching rests on knowledge in an academic discipline. Academic knowledge is not sufficient, for it is the successful application of this knowledge in a classroom context that determines the effectiveness of a teacher. To assist teachers to effectively blend theory, research and practice in their own classroom. To integrate theory and practice. Overview of Programs Graduate curricula leads to the Master of Education degree with a specialization in Elementary or Secondary Education, English, or Child Care Administration.
Students complete their master's study with either an independent project or thesis.
The Master of Education with a specialization in Elementary Education integrates theory and practice with graduate courses designed to strengthen teachers' knowledge in the academic disciplines they teach. Students seeking the Elementary Education specialty may have an emphasis in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Gifted Education, or Language Arts. This emphasis is designed to cover the academic areas in standard elementary curricula. The Child Care Administration major combines Business and Early Childhood Education courses. The Master of Education with a specialty in English offers a full range of courses in English and American literature and a variety of clinical experiences.