Department of Teacher Education and Higher Education
Science Concentration
Classroom Practice Track
Designed for:
Students with an undergraduate degree in a science field (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) or related area and who wish to pursue to combined masters degree in education and teaching licensure for Science Education (grades 9-12).
Program Description:
The Master of Education (Classroom Practice Track) program is designed to prepare excellent science teachers for high school. The program enhances science teaching capacity by providing knowledge and clinical experience of science content, methods, and assessments in a high school setting with diverse student populations. University and clinical faculty are committed to teacher education and development.
Application Process:
- Applicants can obtain an application from the Graduate School.
- Two official transcripts are required from every college and university previously attended.
- Three recommendations are also required, and should be submitted in sealed envelopes.
- A Residency Statement is required for applicants claiming North Carolina residency.
- Applicants must take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and submit their test scores to the Graduate School.
- Applicants are required to submit a personal statement and a copy of an updated resume.
Pre-requisites/Co-requisites:
- Bachelor's degree in science or a related field
- GPA and GRE scores that meet Graduate School standards
- HEA 201 or equivalent
- TED 535
- TED 120 or equivalent
Curriculum:
Core: (9 hours)
- TED 669 (3) Educational Implications of Learning and Developmental Theory
- TED 545 (3) Diverse Learners
- ERM 605 (3) Educational Measurement & Evaluation
Pedagogical Expertise: (21 hours)
- TED 559 (3) Teaching Practices & Curriculum in Science
- 15 hours content courses
- TED 623 (3) Environmental Education
Professional Development/Leadership: (9 hours)
- TED 638 (3) Seminar in Secondary Education
- TED 680a (3) Clinical Experience in Teaching
- TED 680b (3) Clinical Experience in Teaching
Licensure Process:
- Completion of Program of Study
- Successful completion of Technology Portfolio
- Successful completion of Advanced Competencies Portfolio
- Application for licensure through UNCG Certification Officer.
Contact Person:
Dr. Catherine Matthews
Curry Building, Room 340
(336) 334-3441
cmatthews@uncg.edu