Natural Sciences K-12 Teaching Emphasis
The program is coordinated by the Mathematics and Science Teaching (MAST) Institute. The program provides practicing K-12 teachers with advanced study focusing on the following themes: increased science content knowledge; increased pedagogical content knowledge for the science teaching setting; competency in the sciences; diversity and equity teaching practices; and the teacher as a researcher. Thesis and non-thesis options are available for this degree. Research experiences are molded around the teacher's interests. The majority of the courses are offered on line. The program combines science courses directed towards topics applicable to K-12 science teaching with courses in science education, pedagogy, and reflective practice.
Admission: Students will be admitted to the program on the basis of:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university,
- One year of teaching experience in K-12 educational setting,
- Transcripts,
- Graduate Record Examination scores,
- At least two letters of recommendation from persons familiar with their academic and teaching performance,
- Resume,
- A 500 word letter of intent addressing interest in the program, their educational goals, areas of study, and topics of potential research interest.
All admission criteria as listed above are taken into consideration for acceptance into the Natural Sciences with K-12 Teaching Emphasis program. Admission to the Graduate School does not guarantee admission to the Natural Sciences with K-12 Teaching Emphasis graduate program.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Graduate Interdisciplinary Degree Program M.A. — Natural Sciences K-12 Teaching Emphasis