Teaching and Learning, M.S.

The process of instruction is essential to meeting the needs of all levels of learners in the classroom. The field of teaching is evolving faster than ever before. This degree program will bring you the most up to date and current trends in the field from new technologies, teaching diverse student populations, and special needs students to current school law.

The total number of credits required for graduation with a degree in Teaching and Learning is 33 credits.

This program has two tracks.

Recommended Course Sequence

Required Core Courses

GE 6015 - Introduction to Statistical Data and Research 3 credits
GE 6035 - Teaching and Supervising Diverse Student Populations 3 credits
GE 6080 - Foundations of Instructional Technology for Teaching and Learning 3 credits
GE 6115 - Principles, Methods, Development, and Assessment of Curriculum 3 credits
GE 6136 - Educational Trends and Development 3 credits
GE 6178 - The Special Needs Student 3 credits
GE 6220 - School Law 3 credits

Total: 33 Credits

Lead Teacher Specialization

This specialization includes a research study into a topic of interest to you that is also a topic of interest of school stakeholders whether they are parents, administrators, teachers, students, or community members.

STEAM Education Specialization

This specialization will introduce you to STEAM in the classroom to get you started in this growing essential field within education. Please note that this program does not contain the required courses to earn an instructional teaching certificate. Applicants to the STEAM education program must hold a PA Instructional certification to gain admission.