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Master of Science in Childhood and Early Childhood Education
39-51 credits total (HEGIS 0802 and HEGIS 0823) Each student selects his or her own program of study with the assistance of a graduate education advisor. Students can choose a program which leads to initial or professional certifications. Students are strongly advised to examine the programs of study and select a program to meet their professional goals. The programs offered by the Department of Human Development and Learning are performance based, and mandatory attendance is required for all courses. Programs of study include:
All programs are designed as integrated studies emphasizing science, mathematics, and technology. Students majoring in Early Childhood and Childhood Education can expect to complete many of their courses either in the day or the evening. It is important for all students to realize that the field experiences can only be completed in the daytime, when schools are in session. Childhood Education - Mathematics, Science, and Technology Master of Science (HEGIS 0802) 39 credits (NYSED Certification: Childhood Education 1-6 Initial) The program in Childhood Education (MST) prepares students to work in grades 1 to 6. Students learn to work cooperatively in elementary and inclusive classroom settings. All students seeking initial certification must complete EDU 6390: Student Teaching: Childhood. Classrooms provide a venue where children are engaged in exploring the world around them. Graduate students will learn to create developmentally appropriate curricula that encourage children to explore the full range of subject areas (reading, mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts) and follow their own curiosity. The integration of coursework and field experiences provides students the opportunity to observe, engage, and educate children. Through a variety of guided fieldwork experiences, students will participate in hands-on meaningful interaction with children of various ages and learning abilities. Topics of instruction include child development, foundations of education, classroom management, assessment, and integrated content areas. Attention is given to working collaboratively in high needs settings. Field Placement and Student Teaching Students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of fieldwork, which must be taken in conjunction with EDU 6378 and EDU 6511, as required by the selected program. Students must successfully complete the fieldwork component associated with EDU 6378 and EDU 6511 to receive passing grades in those courses and to progress in the program. In addition, students will complete student teaching with placements in both grades 1 to 3 and grades 4 to 6. Integrated Master’s Project Candidates in the program will be required to complete an independent research project. The project will focus on the educational research methodology in which candidates use appropriate models, research designs, and evaluation techniques to study educational problems. Core
Required Courses
* EDU 6378 and EDU 6511 are co-requisites and will require field placement for three (3) half days per week for one (1) semester. Research Project
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Total: 36 credits Student Teaching
Total Number of credits for the Master of Science Degree: 39 credits Students pursuing this degree must complete at least three core courses (one must include EDU 5500) prior to starting other courses in the program. They must also complete 33 degree credits prior to student teaching. Requirements for the Master of Science Degree include successful completion of: (1) Research Project (2) and any other Departmental Requirements. Note: Please review this catalog and check with a Department Advisor to review program requirements for graduation. * EDU 6378 and EDU 6511 are co-requisites and will require field placement for three (3) half days per week for one (1) semester. Initial Certificate Eligibility Pending: To be eligible for Initial Certification, students must enroll in seminars for the following (1) Reporting Child Abuse; (2) Drug Abuse, Health, Fitness, and Nutrition; (3) School Violence Prevention; and (4) Fingerprinting. Students must also (5) take and receive passing scores on the Assessment of Teaching Skills-Written (ATS-W), Liberal Arts and Science Test (LAST), the Multi-Subject Content Specialty Test (CST), and any other New York State mandated examination; (6) maintain good academic standing in the program; and (7) display the appropriate dispositions as a member of the educational profession. Childhood Education: Professional Studies Master of Science (HEGIS 0802) 51 credits (NYSED Certification: Childhood Education 1-6 Initial) The program in Childhood Education: Professional Studies prepares students to work in grades 1 to 6 with specialization in mathematics, science, or language arts. Students learn to work cooperatively in elementary and inclusive classroom settings. All students seeking initial certification must complete EDU 6390: Student Teaching: Childhood. Classrooms provide a venue where children are engaged in exploring the world around them. Graduate students will learn to create developmentally appropriate curricula that encourage children to explore the full range of subject areas (reading, mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts) and follow their own curiosity. The integration of coursework and field experiences provides students the opportunity to observe, engage, and educate children. Through a variety of guided fieldwork experiences, students will participate in hands-on meaningful interaction with children of various ages and learning abilities. Topics of instruction include child development, foundations of education, classroom management, assessment, and integrated content areas. Attention is given to working collaboratively in high needs settings. Field Placement and Student Teaching Students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of fieldwork, which must be taken in conjunction with EDU 6378 and EDU 6511, as required by the selected program. Students must successfully complete the fieldwork component associated with EDU 6378 and EDU 6511 to receive passing grades in those courses and to progress in the program. In addition, students will complete student teaching with placements in both grades 1 to 3 and grades 4 to 6. Integrated Master's Project Candidates in the program will be required to complete an independent research project. The project will focus on the educational research methodology in which candidates use appropriate models, research designs, and evaluation techniques to study educational problems. Childhood Education (1-6): Professional Studies Options General Core for Initial Certification Core
Required Courses
Total: 24 credits Student Teaching
Total: 27 credits * EDU 6378 and EDU 6511 are co-requisites and will require field placement for three (3) half days per week for one (1) semester Initial Certificate Eligibility Pending: To be eligible for Initial Certification, students must enroll in seminars for the following (1) Reporting Child Abuse; (2) Drug Abuse, Health, Fitness, and Nutrition; (3) School Violence Prevention; and (4) Fingerprinting. Students must also (5) take and receive passing scores on the Assessment of Teaching Skills-Written (ATS-W), Liberal Arts and Science Test (LAST), the Multi-Subject Content Specialty Test (CST), and any other New York State mandated examination; (6) maintain good academic standing in the program; and (7) display the appropriate dispositions as a member of the educational profession. Students are required to complete initial certification requirements prior to taking courses in the area of Professional Studies. Mathematics Specialization
Research Project
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Science Specialization
Research Project
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Language Arts Specialization
Research Project
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Total Number of credits for the Master of Science Degree: 51 credits Students pursuing this degree must complete at least three core courses (one must include EDU 5500) prior to starting other courses in the program. Requirements for the Master of Science Degree include successful completion of: (1) Research Project (2) and any other Departmental Requirements. Note: Please review this catalog and check with a Department Advisor to review program requirements for graduation. * EDU 6378 and EDU 6511 are co-requisites and will require field placement for three (3) half days per week for one (1) semester. Initial Certificate Eligibility Pending: To be eligible for Initial Certification, students must enroll in seminars for the following (1) Reporting Child Abuse; (2) Drug Abuse, Health, Fitness, and Nutrition; (3) School Violence Prevention; and (4) Fingerprinting. Students must also (5) take and receive passing scores on the Assessment of Teaching Skills-Written (ATS-W), Liberal Arts and Science Test (LAST), the Multi- Subject Content Specialty Test (CST), and any other New York State mandated examination; (6) maintain good academic standing in the program; and (7) display the appropriate dispositions as a member of the educational profession. * All electives to be approved by the Department of Human Development and Learning. |
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