Secondary Education, MS
The Department of Education offers a variety of programs for individuals currently in the field of education as well as for individuals wishing to enter the field. The programs include preparation for initial certification for a number of positions as well as for second certifications.
The Secondary Education program offers courses and fieldwork for students seeking an initial Pennsylvania Instructional I certificate, grades 7-12, in a specific academic area.Program Specific Admission Requirements
A minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 3.00 is expected for admittance to graduate study. An applicant whose undergraduate GPA falls below the level of 3.00 must submit other evidence of his/her ability to successfully complete a graduate program, such as grades in other post-baccalaureate courses/programs, scores from examinations (e.g. Graduate Record Examination), or a record of successful completion of progressively higher work responsibilities.
International students may be permitted to complete this program without certification if they have satisfied the teaching standards in their respective countries.
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Curriculum
The Master of Science in Secondary Education degree requires 34 credits in course work. The program prepares grades 7-12 teachers who are planning to teach in various grades content areas, including Biology, Chemistry, Communication, History, Political Science, English, General Science, Mathematics, Modern Language, Latin and Physics. Applicants who do not possess an undergraduate degree in the outlined above content areas may be required to take additional undergraduate course work.
All students pursuing a master’s degree must complete research and foundation course requirements and pass a capstone experience/ comprehensive examination. Prior to student-teaching, Students must pass the requisite Praxis II test(s), which are mandated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Seventy hours of field experience are required for the program.
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Mission Statement of the Department of Education
The mission of the Education Department at The University of Scranton is to prepare professional students for successful employment and/or for the pursuit of advanced degrees in a variety of education related fields. Rooted in the Ignatian pedagogical tradition of preparing men and women to be teachers and educational leaders in developing the knowledge, skills, and methods necessary for collaborating with schools and communities to enhance the human prospect and realize a more just world.
Beyond the Classroom
Assistantships
Graduate Assistants, who assist faculty in the delivery of course content, receive a stipend as well as tuition scholarships.
Capstone Experience
The comprehensive examination is the capstone experience for students near the end of the program of study.
Hands-on Teaching Experiences
Students participate in classic student-teaching positions, observe in classrooms, assist in after school programs and much more!
Fall 2017 Schools: Forest City Regional Elementary School, Isaac Tripp Elementary School, John Adams Elementary School, Neil Armstrong School, Mayfield Elementary School, Moscow Elementary Center, North Pocono Intermediate School, Stourbridge Elementary School, Valley View Elementary Center, Valley View Intermediate School, William Prescott School
Graduate Education at Scranton
With over 30 programs The University of Scranton can help you to achieve your goals, personally and professionally. Find out what our students have to say about graduate education at Scranton.
Program Elements
Certification
Students achieving certification in any of the areas offered can expand their certification areas by taking targeted state examinations.
Filling a Growing Need
An advanced degree often provides an additional educational certification as well as incremental increase on a school's pay scale.
Accreditation
Combined/Accelerated Degree Option
Meet the Program Director
Maria Oreshkina, Ph.D.
Chair, Director of Graduate Programs Associate Professor
M.S., Moscow Pedagogical State University Ph.D., Moscow Pedagogical State University Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
(570) 941-6244maria.oreshkina@scranton.edu
