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- M.Ed. in Science Education (Professional Licensure)
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- M.Ed. in Special Education: Guided Studies (Professional Track)
- M.Ed. in Special Education: Reading Specialist (Initial Licensure)
- M.Ed. in Special Education: Reading Specialist (Non-Licensure)
- M.Ed. in Special Education: Moderate Disabilities (Initial Licensure)
- M.Ed. in Special Education: Severe Disabilities (Initial Licensure)
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M.Ed. in Science Education (Professional Licensure)
Degree Overview
The graduate program in science education offers a Professional Licensure track for students who want to expand their study of biology, chemistry, earth science and environmental science. This Professional Licensure program (Track A) enhances teaching methods, curricula, research and content in science education. Within this track students can pursue professional licensure in general science.
The science teaching track (Track A) is flexible enough to accommodate students interested in elementary, middle school, secondary or non-traditional science education. Students work closely with an advisor to select the appropriate balance of content and teaching courses to meet their objectives. Students pursuing professional licensure in general science must complete a science teaching internship and 18 credits of coursework in science content chosen from at least two of the sciences including biology, earth science and appropriate courses in physics and chemistry offered through the science education program.
Requirements And Curriculum
Program Prerequisites
- Major or minor in biology, earth science, physics, chemistry or related field
- Initial Licensure
Track A—Science Education (Professional Licensure)
Required Courses |
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| SCED 9000 Advanced Methods in Teaching Science | 3 S.H. |
| SCED 9001 The Modern Science Curriculum | 3 S.H. |
| SCED 9002 Research in Science Education | 1 S.H. |
| EDUC 8300 Research in Education | 3 S.H. |
| Subtotal | 10 S.H. |
Professional Licensure Electives |
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| SCED 8002 Internship | 3-6 S.H. |
| Science Content Courses | 18-24 S.H. |
Additional elective options |
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| SCED 8001 Independent Study | |
| SCED 8003 Practicum in Science | |
| Workshops | |
| Science Teaching Courses | |
| Related Education Courses | |
| Approved Transfer Course | |
| Subtotal | 26 S.H. |
Total for Degree |
36 S.H. |
Career Opportunities
Affords students the option to teach in all areas of science, including biology, chemistry, earth science and environmental science.
“Since the program is designed with working professionals in mind, I was able to complete the program at my own pace while continuing to teach full time. The faculty and staff are incredibly supportive and provided me with important pedagogical skills, content knowledge, and a lasting experience. This program allowed me to attain my personal and professional goals and inspired me to pursue further studies in Mathematics and Science Education.”–Chris Covino, 2010
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online or request a print application
WHAT NEXT?
Contact Admissions Office: (978)665-3144, admissions@fitchburgstate.edu
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Graduate and Continuing
Education
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