The Master of Science in Education Degree with a major in Educational Theory and Practice is designed to meet the educational needs of currently licensed teachers by enhancing and enriching their classroom knowledge and skills, thereby increasing students' learning and achievement in K-12 classrooms. The degree will assist candidates with preparation for the National Board Certification (NBPTS).
An MSE in Theory and Practice can help you:- Develop a deeper awareness of school culture
- Cultivate a richer understanding of learner-centered teaching
- Evaluate obstacles to administrative change and ways to overcome them
- Encourage a cooperative environment between parents and school administrators
- Redefine and enhance the collaborative roles teachers play in school reform
- Enrich teaching knowledge and skills regarding instruction and curriculum
- Increase your earning potential
- Ten five-week courses for a total of 30 credits
- Unique distance learning experience with anytime, anywhere access
- Distinguished professors, accomplished practitioners and guest lecturers
- Personal Academic Coach provides individual support throughout the degree program
- Ability to network with teachers throughout Arkansas
- Financial aid available for qualified students
| ELSE 5703 | Identification, Nature, and Needs of the Gifted, Talented, and Creative Course Textbook Information |
| ELSE 6053 | Educational Procedures for Individuals with Mild Disabilities Course Textbook Information |
| ELFN 6763* | Philosophies of Education: Developing a Vision of Learning Textbook: Gerald L. Gutek, Philosophical and Ideological Voices in Education. ISBN: 978-0205360185 |
| ELAD 6003* | School and Community Relations: Enhancing Programs and Practices Textbook: Douglas J. Fiore, School & Community Relations (2nd edition). Larchmont, NY: Eye on Education, 2006. ISBN: 1-59667-022-3 |
| ELCI 6063* | Curriculum Management: Enhancing Teaching and Learning Textbook: Glatthorn, A. A., Boschee, F., & Whitehead, B. M., Curriculum Leadership: Strategies for Development and Implementation (2nd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications, Inc., 2009. ISBN: 1412967813 |
| ELCI 6533* | Theories of Instruction: Broadening the Instructional Repertoire Textbook: Joyce, Bruce, Weil, Marsha, & Calhoun, Emily, Models of Teaching (8th ed.). Allyn and Bacon, 2008. ISBN: 0205593453 |
| ELFN 6773* | Introduction to Research and Statistics: Making Data-Driven Decisions to Improve Student Achievement Textbook: Caldwell, Joyce, Statistics Unplugged (2nd ed.). Thomson Wadsworth, 2007. ISBN: 0-495-09077-8 |
| ELCI 5803 | Special Topics Workshop: Reflective Teaching |
| TE 6263 | Teachers as Professionals: Working Toward National Teaching Standards |
| ELCI 5803 | Special Topics Workshop: National Teaching Standards Capstone Experience |
