The Master of Science degree, curriculum and instruction-supervision and curriculum concentration prepares teachers to become staff development coordinators, curriculum specialists, and supervisors of student teachers, interns, and practicum students. This program is designed for those individuals who desire to teach in elementary or secondary Christian schools. Basic educational courses are included to enhance the student's knowledge base and professional development in the teaching field. This program is offered through both residential study and the ORU Summer Institute. This program is designed for those wishing to attain public school licensure.
Study is concentrated in philosophy, theory, and the practice of teaching.
Additional courses may need to be taken on the undergraduate level to fulfill certification requirements. This program provides teachers an opportunity to upgrade themselves in both professional education and subject matter areas appropriate to their teaching fields. The School of Education offers the M.Ed. The programs are designed to prepare teachers for the improvement of instruction as well as to become action researchers. The Master of Education in Education - Secondary Education option is designed for professional educators who seek a broader cultural and professional development than is possible to achieve at the undergraduate level.