Elementary Education, M.S.E.

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This major is designed for those holding a bachelor’s degree and who are seeking advanced preparation in the field. Upon successful completion, the candidate is eligible for the master of science in education degree and Class A certification (provided current certification requirements of the Alabama State Department of Education have been met).

Required Courses

Elementary Education Core: 27 Credits

EDUC 500 - Teaching Math in Today’s Elementary Classroom (3)
EDUC 501 - Assessment and Instruction for Elementary Reading/Literacy (3)
EDUC 502 - Assessment Strategies to Impact Student Achievement (3)
EDUC 503 - Principles and Application of Curriculum and Instruction (3)
EDUC 504 - Teaching in the Diverse Classroom (3)
EDUC 506 - Teaching Thinking Skills in the Elementary Classroom (3)
EDUC 510 - Instructional Adaptation for Student Diversity (3)
EDUC 518 - Action Research: Theory and Techniques (3)
EDUC 597 - Curriculum Integration of Technology (3)

Elementary Education Elective: 3 Credits

(select one course)

EDUC 505 - Independent Study (1-3)
EDUC 507 - Inquiry-Based Instruction in the Elementary Classroom (3)
EDUC 508 - Concepts of Christian Education and Missions (3)
EDUC 515 - Standards-Driven Teacher Leadership (3)
EDUC 519 - Field-Based Action Research (3)

Elementary Education, M.S.E.

Required Courses

Elementary Education Core: 27 Credits

Elementary Education Elective: 3 Credits

Total Required Credits: 30