Master of Science (MS) in Education

K–12 Studies in Education Specialization

School of Education

The K–12 studies in education specialization offers the opportunity to incubate, share, and test ideas for your classroom in collaboration with experienced faculty and motivated teachers throughout the nation. The curriculum is aligned with nationally recognized teaching standards, and is designed to prepare you to produce significant improvements in student achievement.

ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: February 3, 2025 COST PER 4-CRED IT COURSE: $1,460 COST PER 6-CRED IT COURSE: $2,190 (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment) TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 48

Core Courses:

• ED 5006 - Survey of Research Methodology - 4 credits
• ED 5007 - Foundations of Educational Leadership - 6 credits
• ED 5500 - Standards-Based Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment - 4 credits
• ED 5501 - Assessment and Improvement of Instruction - 4 credits OR
• ED 7541 - Teacher Supervision and Evaluation - 4 credits +
• ED 5502 - Learning Theory and Instructional Practice - 4 credits + OR
• ED 5503 - Classroom Management Strategies - 4 credits
• ED 5504 - Strategies for Eliminating the Achievement Gap - 4 credits
• + For learners without classroom access.

Specialization Courses:

• ED 5541 - Master's Practicum in K–12 Studies in Education - 6 credits OR
• ED 5542 - Master's Capstone in K–12 Studies in Education - 6 credits +
• + For learners without classroom access.

Choose two specialization courses from the list below:

• ED 5502 - Learning Theory and Instructional Practice - 4 credits
• ED 5506 - Standards and the K–12 Mathematics Curriculum - 4 credits
• ED 5507 - The Art of Planning Mathematics Instruction - 4 credits
• ED 5508 - Research and Best Practices in Mathematics Instruction - 4 credits
• ED 5511 - Teaching Algebra for Understanding - 4 credits
• ED 5513 - Middle-Level Issues - 4 credits
• ED 5514 - Educational Leadership for Teacher-Leaders - 4 credits
• ED 5515 - Action Research for Teacher-Leaders - 4 credits
• ED 5516 - Adult Learning and Professional Development - 4 credits
• ED 5522 - The Art of Planning Science Instruction: Creating the Engaged Science Student - 4 credits
• ED 5523 - Inquiry-Based Curriculum and Resources for Elementary Science Teachers - 4 credits
• ED 5524 - Inquiry-Based Curriculum and Resources for Secondary Science Teachers - 4 credits
• ED 5526 - Student Assessment and Work Analysis in Science Instruction - 4 credits
• ED 5528 - Technology Skills for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 credits
• ED 5529 - Instructional Strategies for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 credits
• ED 5530 - Assessment Strategies for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 credits
• ED 5531 - Communication Skills for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 credits
• ED 5532 - Social Issues and Virtual School Teaching - 4 credits

Two Elective Courses:

Choose any graduate courses.