M.A. in Secondary Education Online
Program Overview
Southeast Missouri State University's M.A. in Secondary Education enhances teaching and organizational skills for high school teachers. Students can specialize in Educational Studies or Educational Technology, deepening their knowledge and skills. The program is accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education, ensuring its quality and rigor. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in education, such as District Technology Director, Curriculum Leader, and Program Leader.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The M.A. in Secondary Education program at Southeast Missouri State University is designed to enhance teaching and organizational skills for high school teachers. The program allows students to specialize in educational studies or educational technology to deepen their knowledge and skills in their respective areas. The program is accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education, ensuring the quality and rigor of the curriculum.
Outline:
Core Courses:
- GR691 Methods of Research (3)
- SE600 Multimedia in Education (3)
- SE638 Improvement of Instruction and Assessment (3)
- SE641 Teaching in a Multicultural Society (3)
- SE642 Secondary Curriculum Development (3)
- GR698 Master's Final Comprehensive Exam (0) - Must be taken during the last semester
Educational Studies Option:
- 15 hours in subject specialty area - Autism, Educational Studies, English, or Science
Educational Technology Option:
- SE500 Technology in Instruction (3)
- SE617 Foundations of Educational Technology (3)
- SE618 Assessment Using Technology (3)
- SE683 Instructional Design and Technology (3)
Careers:
Teachers with a master's degree in secondary education are often considered leaders in their schools due to their specialized knowledge. The program prepares students for roles such as:
- District Technology Director
- Curriculum Leader
- Program Leader Those who choose 18 hours of content as their electives may be eligible to teach dual credit courses in their school.
Entry Requirements:
- Undergraduate GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
- International applicants must also have a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 OR TOEFL score of 95. This requirement is for non-United States citizens who are not native English speakers. Students from the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand are exempt from English proficiency verification.
Probationary Admission:
- Probationary admission will be considered by the Office of Admissions if the applicant presents a GPA that is 2.5 to 2.749.
