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The College of Education prepares educators for the significant instructional challenges that await them in this century. |
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The program leading to a Master of Science in Education in Curriculum and Instruction is for those holding initial certificates in the following teaching areas: Early Childhood, Elementary, Childhood, Middle School Extensions, or Exceptional Education. The general philosophy underlying the Responsive Educator Program is an organized, yet complex model, which correlates with the themes that characterize current educational reform movements. That is, we believe that all children can learn, and that they can learn best by teachers who are responsive.
Each Master's degree offered in the College of Education includes a capstone experience and specific exit requirements. These are currently under review and subject to change. Some examples of exit requirements include a comprehensive examination, a master's thesis, or a master's curriculum project. These are to be culminating experiences that connect the learning the degree candidate has acquired in the program. They are intended to be rigorous and to provide evidence that each degree candidate is worthy of a master's degree. Please see the descriptions of each degree program for the specific capstone experience and exit requirements.
Admission Requirements
- Initial certification to teach early childhood, childhood, middle childhood, or adolescence (secondary) education in the public schools of New York State or equivalent preparation.
- Undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or above.
- Completed Graduate Application submitted to the Office of Graduate Studies, including two current (within six months) letters of recommendation, and official academic transcripts from all prior undergraduate and graduate institutions (except SUNY Fredonia).
- Statement of intent: A brief (i.e., 1-2 page/s) statement similar to a cover letter for a professional application that indicates the candidates' educational background, teaching philosophy and research interests.
- Letters of Recommendation: Candidates are strongly encouraged to provide at least one recommendation letter from an academic source (e.g., college professor) in order to attest to their ability to succeed in graduate studies.
Early Childhood to Childhood Program Requirements
For those students with initial certifications Early Childhood to Childhood - generalist or students with disabilities
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Research (12 required credit hours)
Inclusive Education Core (12 required credit hours)
Linking Content & Pedagogy (12 required credit hours) Choose 12 credits from the following:
Social Studies
Mathematics/Science/Technology
Interdisciplinary
*Candidates may take no more than 6 credit hours of EDU 591 courses. Electives (3 credit hours)
Capstone
Total Credit Hours: 36 |
Middle to Adolescence Program Requirements
For those students with initial certifications Middle to Adolescence - generalist or students with disabilities
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Research (12 required credit hours)
Inclusive Education Core (12 required credit hours)
Linking Content & Pedagogy (12 required credit hours) Candidates should select 12 credit hours of course work in consultation with the C&I Program Coordinator and the appropriate department from the College of Arts & Sciences. Electives (3 credit hours)
Capstone (Must have completed EDU 660 with a B grade or better and 30 credit hours of graduate work)
Total Credit Hours: 36 |
Additional Resources
Dr. Robert Dahlgren, Program Coordinator
College of Education website