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Online Master's Degree in Secondary Education

Find online Master's Degree, courses, and programs in Secondary Education . Curriculum & programs in this area cover a broad range of subjects and are designed to provide students with a broad-based education.

MA in Education/Secondary Teacher Education/Middle Level

The MAEd/TED-S degree program prepares candidates for teacher licensure and focuses on secondary student learning. The mission of this program is to provide students, who already have a bachelors degree in a discipline other than education, with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to become competent and effective educators. Student teaching and verified field experiences/observation are required in this degree program. Each student/applicant is responsible for checking with his or her state Department of Education and/or school district to determine specific credentialing requirements.

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Offered by: University of Phoenix

M.S.Ed - Literacy and Learning in the Content Areas (Grades 6-12)

The M.S. in Education online degree program is designed to enhance your skills, help improve your students' achievement and increase your earning potential. As an online degree program, it allows busy teachers to learn on their own time. And Walden University's learning model encourages you to apply new strategies in your classroom.

Offered by: Walden University

M.Ed. Secondary Ed (Eligible for IR/Credential)

The Master of Education in Secondary Education (Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Credential) is a program designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the Grade 7-12 setting who is seeking a teaching certificate. The format and courses of the state and regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize the content knowledge that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, and curriculum development. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice based experiences. Students must have access to a Gr. 7-12 classroom to complete the program assignments. Students must be prepared to complete a full-time 16 week student teaching component at the end of the program. Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educators in public and private schools and other settings requiring a teaching credential. Students must have a minimum of 24 units in a content area commonly taught in public Gr. 7-12 schools to be admitted to the program. The student should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and enrollment counselor on current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

Offered by: Grand Canyon University

M.Ed. in Secondary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Outcomes-based learning, standards and proficiencies, and higher accountability for secondary student learning are becoming an integral part of every school district, generating a need for teachers who are leaders in implementing quality curriculum, assessing student learning, and improving instruction. The Master of Education in Secondary Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction degree teaches students the necessary tools to implement effective, equitable curricula, provide enhanced instruction, evaluate student learning and help all students achieve high standards.

Who should enroll:

This program is designed for experienced teachers and other education professionals who have received formal professional teacher licensure or are eligible to receive teacher certification. Prior instructional experience is required for admission. Applicants who reside in the United States should contact their own state boards of education to determine requirements for alternative licensure in secondary level grades.

Offered by: Jones International University

M.Ed Teaching and Learning-Middle Grades

Liberty University's Master of Education – Teaching and Learning program with a concentration in middle grades education prepares you for teaching in Christian, public and private schools. You will learn to become an effective teacher, focusing on middle grades education. Courses provide specialized preparation for individuals seeking credentials for a K–12 school position or those with a desire to further their education and pursue either an Ed.S. or Ed.D. A three–credit–hour student teaching internship is required as part of the M.Ed. program and on–campus intensives may be required. This program is approved through the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and is a state–approved program for advanced licensure (reciprocity with other states) or endorsements.

Key points:

  • Ranked among the top 10 online colleges in the nation for three years in a row
  • Rated as one of the Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools by Get Educated.com
  • NCATE Accredited
  • Nationally renowned education program offered from a sound moral and biblical perspective
  • Most cost–effective, accredited online education program offered by a national educational institution
  • Nationally acclaimed Education faculty teaching online courses

Offered by: Liberty University

Master of Arts in Teaching - Secondary (Type 09)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is designed for working adults with a bachelor's degree who are looking to change careers and become a certified teacher. The MAT contains professional courses to assist candidates in qualifying for Illinois State Certification (Type 03, 09, 10). The program focuses on the preparation of prospective teachers who use diverse and inclusive instructional approaches aimed at helping all students reach increasingly higher standards of behavioral and academic performance.

Olivet's unique Master of Arts in Teaching program leads to certification in elementary or secondary education, with a possibility of middle school endorsements. As a prospective teacher in this program, you will discover how to provide learning opportunities for students, with specific attention paid to understanding unique learning styles. You will also participate in field experiences to improve your teaching skills.

Offered by: Olivet Nazarene University - Graduate and Continuing Studies

M.Ed. Teaching- Secondary Social Studies

The APUS Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Teaching — Secondary Social Studies program, in alignment with the West Virginia 21st Century standards for teaching social studies, is designed for post–baccalaureate students who wish to teach students to understand the political, geographic, economic and social world. The program encourages the development of teachers who can assist students to work independently and collaboratively using critical thinking and problem solving skills necessary to develop civic responsibility for the 21st Century. Candidates will complete both a master's degree and be prepared to receive certification through the state of West Virginia in Secondary Social Studies. The program provides professional education courses at the graduate level. // Secondary Social Studies candidates need to have completed the equivalent of a history or social studies major (48 hours.) Gaps may be satisfied through undergraduate coursework (preferably 300–400 level courses) to meet the equivalent credit hours to equal the major. Specific history courses are not required (except WV history for licensure in the state) however, state certification tests do reflect a broad range of social studies content. Candidates must have completed the equivalent of a content major in Social Studies (48 credit hours) prior to student teaching. Those seeking West Virginia certification must also have taken a West Virginia studies/history course as part of the 48 credit hour requirement. Candidates may not complete the Master of Education: Teaching–Secondary Social Studies degree if they are lacking content area coursework. Applicants are encouraged to submit their official undergraduate transcripts for review prior to starting courses. The Secondary Social Studies program requires 125 hours of field experience and student teaching on an approved school site. All courses other than the student teaching are offered online. This West Virginia state approved program is aligned with WVPTS, NCSS, and ISTE standards.

Offered by: American Military University
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