Secondary STEM Education - Non-Certification (MS)

Program Educational Goals:

1. Exemplify a professional-level ability to use research to select inclusive curriculum, assessments and pedagogical approaches that promote and encourage diversity in all its forms and support the growth of all their students.
2. Demonstrate advanced content and pedagogical knowledge in their STEM content areas and apply that knowledge in their practices.
3. Create and write-up a professional-level curriculum or research project, with guidance and support, that will contribute to their field of practice.

Requirements for the Degree:

Master of Science (M.S.) in Secondary STEM Education, with institutional recommendation for initial secondary teacher certification in a STEM field (grades 7-12 in agriscience, biology, chemistry, earth science, integrated science, physics, physical science, mathematics, or technology education.

• SMED 600 - Issues in STEM Education Credit(s): 3
• SMED 601 - Inclusive STEM Classroom Management Credit(s): 3
• SMED 602 - Inclusive STEM Assessment Credit(s): 4
• SMED 603 - Inclusive STEM Instruction Credit(s): 4
• SMED 688 - Independent Study Credit(s): 5

Educational Research

• EDUC 828 - Research in Educational Decision Making Credit(s): 3

• or

• EDUC 850 - Qualitative Research in Educational Settings Credit(s): 3

• or

• EDUC 852 - Critical and Interpretive Methods in Education Research Credit(s): 3

Electives

Any combination of two 600 level or above courses in education (EDU) or in a content discipline. (8)

Credits to Total a Minimum of 30

Last Revised for 2021-2022 Academic Year