Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ | Bulletin: 2014-2015 Graduate Bulletin Program: Master of Science in Education Minimum Credits Required:__________________ | |||
Master of Science in Education812/464-1620 Program DescriptionThe Master of Science in Education degree program involves advanced study designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of teachers in P-12 schools. The program blends studies of educational theory with analysis of current issues and practices in teaching well as specific discipline content. Program tracks are offered in:
Within the Elementary/Secondary Education track it is possible to add to an existing license by completing coursework in instructional technology, reading, or special education (with appropriate test scores). The School Administration and Leadership program leads to a building level administrator’s license in Indiana (with the appropriate test scores). These programs are designed for practicing teacher and do not lead to initial licensure. |
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Admission RequirementsApplicants must be admitted to graduate study under University graduate policies and then be accepted into the specific MSE Track. In addition to the requirements for admission to graduate study at USI, admission to the MSE program requires the following:
The Mathematics Teaching track also requires a baccalaureate degree with a major in mathematics or mathematics teaching. Graduate students are required to purchase a subscription to TK20, our comprehensive assessment management system. The cost of the subscription is approximately $100 for a 7-year subscription. For more information about purchasing TK20 contact Jean Moore, jmoore@usi.edu. | ||||
CurriculumAll MSE tracks require completion of 33 credit hours following the curriculum outlined below. Graduate students in all MSE programs must successfully complete at least one course from the following categories:
To proceed to the research sequence, graduate students will create and present a professional portfolio. The portfolio will represent an individual graduate student’s organization of course-related and professional development knowledge, skills, and dispositions. The portfolio will also include a synthesizing statement that identifies an area of focus for the remainder of the program. The portfolio will be presented to a committee of three faculty members, with at least one faculty member representing the specific track in which the student is enrolled. Approval of the portfolio is required prior to registering for EDUC 601, the first course in the research sequence. The research sequence consists of three courses, EDUC 601 EDUC 601 - Research in Education, 631 EDUC 631 - Analysis of Instruction, and EDUC 671 - Integrating Research Seminar in Education. The courses in the research sequence may not be taken concurrently. | ||||
Elementary/Secondary EducationThe Master of Science in Education – Elementary/Secondary Education track is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of teachers in P-12 schools. The program blends studies of educational theory with analysis of current issues and practices in teaching as well as in specific discipline content. The program of study follows the specifications outlined in the MSE curriculum. A program of study must include at least one course in each of the category (advanced instruction, curriculum theory, human development and social foundations). To add special education, reading, or instructional technology to a license, a graduate student must complete at least 24 credits in the specific discipline. If the research project involves the appropriate area, the research sequence may apply to the discipline specific coursework. Below are courses that are offered regularly. | ||||
Special Education | ||||
Course Name | Credits: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed |
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EDUC 511 - Foundations and Legal Issues Related to Exceptional Needs (SF) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 512 - Evaluation and Exceptionality: Assessment, Interpretation, and Instructional Design (HD) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 513 - Learning Strategies for Students with Exceptional Needs (CT/AI) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 515 - Management and Exceptionality: Environmental, Social, and Behavioral (AI) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 521 - Exceptional Needs: Practicum I | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 522 - Exceptional Needs: Practicum II | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 523 - Collaborative Partnerships (HD) | Credits: 3 | |||
Reading | ||||
Course Name | Credits: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed |
EDUC 540 - Current Trends in Reading (AI) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 541 - Young Adult Literature (AI) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 542 - Advanced Children’s Literature (AI) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 555 - Diagnostic Teaching of Reading (AI/HD) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 580 - Diversity in Children’s Literature (SF) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 641 - Literacy Programs in the Classroom (AI/CT) | Credits: 3 | |||
Instructional Technology | ||||
Course Name | Credits: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed |
EDUC 565 - Instructional Technology Integration (AI) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 566 - Authoring Educational Multimedia Resources (AI) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 567 - The Internet in Education (CT) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 568 - Advanced Instructional Technology (AI) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 569 - Special Topics in Computer Education (AI) | Credits: 1-3 | |||
General Interest Option | ||||
Course Name | Credits: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed |
EDUC 603 - Historical and Philosophical Influences in Education (SF) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 604 - School and Society (SF) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 605 - Moral Dimensions of Schooling (SF) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 608 - Thinking in the Classroom (SF/CT) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 612 - Curriculum Theory (CT) | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 590 - Special Topics in Education (may be repeated with different topic/title) | Credits: 1-3 | |||
EDUC 690 - Special Topics in Education (may be repeated with different topics) | Credits: 1-3 | |||
EDUC 699 - Supervised Research | Credits: 1-3 | |||
Research Sequence (9 hours)All MSE students must complete the research sequence requirement – 9 hours. (Note these courses must be taken at USI. Transfer courses will not be accepted for these courses. | ||||
Course Name | Credits: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed |
EDUC 601 - Research in Education | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 631 - Analysis of Instruction | Credits: 3 | |||
EDUC 671 - Integrating Research Seminar in Education | Credits: 3 | |||
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