Master of Science in Education – Teaching Methodology
Jason Asdourian, M.Ed
Assistant Director, Graduate Programs in Education
jasdourian@une.edu
Accreditation
All programs at the 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í are accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Curricular Requirements
Master of Science in Education — Teaching Methodology
The Master of Science in Education — Teaching Methodology is available only to 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í students who have successfully completed the former Teacher Certification Program (TCP). The Teaching Methodology program is a thirty (30)-credit master’s degree encompassing fifteen (15) graduate credits from 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í’s former College of Arts and Sciences Teacher Certification Program and fifteen (15) core credits in the current College of Professional Studies (CPS) Graduate Programs in Education.
| Fifteen (15) Credits of Pre-Admission Courses from Former Teacher Certification Program Below:* | Credits |
|---|---|
| EDU 502 — Curriculum and Assessment | 3 |
| EDU 510 — Exceptionality in the Classroom | 3 |
| EDU 561 — Teaching Social Studies, K-8 | 3 |
| EDU 567 — Teaching Science, K-8 | 3 |
| EDU 573 — Teaching Mathematics, K-8 | 3 |
| EDU 581 — Foundations of Literacy Development and Instruction | 3 |
| EDU 582 — Literacy Research-Based Instructional Methods | 3 |
| Total Credits Required for MSM | 15 |
| Post-Admission Requirements for Teaching Methodology Program | Credits |
|---|---|
| EDU 610 — Differentiation Theory & Strategies | 3 |
| EDU 620 — Ethical Responsibilities in Today's Educational Systems | 3 |
| EDU 625 — Developing a Framework for Diversity and Inclusion | 3 |
| EDU 690 — Action Research | 3 |
| EDU 695 — Portfolio | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 |
*Please note: These courses are no longer offered. Other courses from 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í’s former Teacher Certification Program that are 500-level or above may also be considered with review from the program director.
Academic Policy
attendance policy
Students taking online graduate courses through the College of Professional Studies will be administratively dropped for non-participation if a graded assignment/discussion post is not submitted before Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET of the first week of the A term and B term and Friday at 11:59 pm ET of the second week of the AB term. Reinstatement is at the purview of the Dean’s Office.
Minimal Grade Point Average
Matriculated graduate students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B) or better. Failure to do so will result in academic probation and possible termination from the program. Any student receiving a grade below B- on any individual course has failed that course and must re-enroll and repeat the course to achieve a grade of B- or better. Students receiving a grade of F in any course will be immediately placed on academic probation. Any student who receives a grade of F in two (2) courses is dismissed from the program.
Dismissal from the Program
Termination from the Program may occur when the Education Program Director becomes aware of one of the following:
- Surrender of a teacher license in any jurisdiction for disciplinary reasons.
- Documented academic dishonesty (Note this also includes course online postings and email communications with faculty and staff. Students are advised that their behavior while participating in the Program should exemplify the ethical behavior of a professional educator with respect to all communications.)
Graduation Requirements
To complete the program and receive a Master of Science in Education, a student must:
- Complete all program requirements.
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Pay all tuition and fees.
Leave of Absence (Academic Stop Out)
Students may stop out of their program for up to two (2) semesters. Students need to coordinate stop outs in advance with their assigned enrollment and retention counselor, and stop out time is considered part of the time allotted to complete the academic program. Application for readmission is not necessary if the student returns as planned. However, the student who does not return at the specified time or who exceeds two (2) semesters of stop out will be administratively withdrawn and will be subject to readmission procedures. Readmitted students are subject to the re-admittance term’s catalog (this may mean that policies and/or program requirements have been changed or updated since previous admission, and should be reviewed for potential impact on degree requi