Master of Education - MED

Early Childhood Education - Plan of Study
Elementary Education - Plan of Study

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The University offers Master of Education degrees in curriculum and instruction, elementary education, and early childhood education with options in Montessori and Oklahoma Teacher Certification. The goal of graduate study is to prepare peofessionals through courses that offer intensive study of the field, leadership development, practicum and internship experience and research opportunities. Each plan of study has both structure and flexibility so the student can get a broad view of the field as well as select options to meet individual interests and needs. With small classes, students have opportunities for personalized learning experiences with an innovative and experienced faculty.

Transfer of Graduate Work - To be transferable, work taken at another institution must be certified as graduate credit by that institution and must fit into the student's plan of study. Usually, a maximum of six semester hours may be transferred from another institution. The acceptance of transferred work will be decided by the studen'ts advisor and the Program Director at the time the study program is planned. Under certain condidtions the Program Director and Dean may allow more than six semester hours of credit to be transferred.

Curriculum and Instruction - The Curriculum and Instruction program has been designed to meet the needs of the person who holds a bachelor's degree and wants to add another area of concentration. The graduate student will develop a mastery knowledge base to prepare him/her for leadership roles into the 21st century. The program has a strong theoretical base combining interdisciplinary courses and current research. The emphasis in the program is on preparing teachers for collaboration and mentoring. Effective teaching strategies are refined at the critical and analytical level. Teachers will be able to apply current strategies in problem solving and conflict resolution in the professional setting. Candidates must complete a minimum of 36 hours of approved work. The plan of study includes a 12 hour core of required courses, 12 hours of content courses and 12 hours of approved electives. Written comprehensive examinations are required for program completion. Partial tuition grants are available to all qualified school personnel in the greater Oklahoma City metropolitan area.

Curriculum and Instruction - Plan of Study

I. Core courses required for all three options 12 hours
GRED 5313 Multicultural Concepts 3
GRED 6313 Interdisciplinary Curriculum Development 3
GRED 6813 Psychological Foundations 3
GRED 6903 Methods of Research 3
   
II. Program Options  
ELED-Option 1 Requirements: Elementary Education Generalist  
This program is designed to meet the needs of the student seeking a masters degree in elementary education. The course of study is designed to provide program options for each student. The following courses should be selected to total: 12 hours
ELED 5503 Parental Roles in the Social Context 3
GRED 5213 Effective Teaching Techniques 3
GRED 5303 Leadership for Change OR 1-3
GRED 5403 Collaboration to Mentoring 3
GRED 5713 Personal Growth and Counseling 3
Electives to total: 12 hours
SCED-Option 2 Requirements: Secondary Education Generalist  
This program is designed to meet the needs of the student seeking a masters degree in secondary education. The course of study is designed especially for each student. The following courses should be selected to total: 12 hours.
ELED 5503 Parental Roles in the Social Context 3
GRED 5213 Effective Teaching Techniques 3
GRED 5303 Leadership for Change OR  
GRED 5403 Collaboration to Mentoring 3
GRED 5713 Personal Growth and Counseling 3
Electives to total: 12 hours
III. Electives
Electives may be taken from any graduate program or discipline.