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Nov 21, 2024
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2017-2018 Van Loan Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Secondary Education (Master of Education)
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Those seeking an initial license in Secondary Education (5-8; 9-12), who meet the licensure program requirements, follow the Initial Licensure program of study. A passing score on the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) prior to enrolling in the practicum is required. Those seeking the master’s, but not the license, complete the Non-Licensure program of study, with no MTEL requirement. The non-licensure masters does not lead to licensure in the state of Massachusetts. Those who have strong subject matter content knowledge in the license area being pursued, seeking a license without an additional master’s degree can complete the Non-Degree Initial Licensure Program of Study.
Prerequisite for Initial Licensure: Passing score on the Communication and Literacy MTEL. To meet the licensure program requirements, students must successfully complete all of the required MTELs, coursework, fieldwork, and Comprehensive Examination. Students are required to pass the Subject Matter MTEL prior to enrolling in the practicum. Students who are unable to meet these requirements can complete the Non-Licensure masters which replaces the Practicum and Reflective Seminar with two education electives. The non-licensure master’s does not lead to licensure in the state of Massachusetts and no MTELs are required in the Non-Licensure program of study.
Prerequisite for Non-Degree Initial Licensure - Passing score on the Communication and Literacy MTEL
To meet the licensure program requirements, students must successfully complete all of the required coursework, fieldwork, and MTELs. A passing score on the Subject Matter MTEL is required prior to enrolling in the practicum. Completion of the Non-Degree Initial Licensure Program in Secondary Education leads to a middle or high school initial license in one of the following fields: English, history, political science/philosophy, humanities, mathematics, biology, chemistry, earth science, physics, general science, mathematics/science.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will:
- Demonstrate subject matter expertise
- Design high quality and coherent instruction, including authentic and meaningful student assessments
- Analyze student performance and growth data and to use this data to improve instruction and practice
- Teach all students through instructional practices that establish high expectations, a safe and effective classroom environment, and cultural proficiency
- Promote the learning and growth of all students through effective partnerships with families, caregivers, community members, and organizations
- Ensure the learning and growth of all students through ethical, culturally proficient, skilled, and collaborative practice
Required Curriculum: Initial Licensure
As regulated by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the practicum requires 300 hours with a minimum of 100 hours of full responsibility in the role and grade level of the license sought. Students must have their practicum placement, supervising practitioner, and hours approved by Endicott staff before enrolling in the practicum course. Additional hours may be assigned at the discretion of the Dean, Director, Associate Director or Assistant Director.
*Courses required to obtain the Initial license
Total Degree Requirements - 36 credits
Required Curriculum: Non-Licensure
*Electives are chosen in consultation with the student’s advisor
Electives - 12 cr.
Total Degree Requirements - 36 credits
Required Curriculum: Non-Degree Initial Licensure
As regulated by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the practicum requires 300 hours with a minimum of 100 hours of full responsibility in the role and grade level of the license sought. Students my have their practicum placement, supervising practitioner, and hours approved by Endicott staff before enrolling in the practicum course. Additional hours may be assigned at the discretion of the Dean, Director, Associate Director or Assistant Director.
*Courses required for licensure
Total Requirements - 21 credits
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