Degrees for Education

The following is a partial listing of courses for the Doctor of Education programs. For the most up-to-date and complete information on courses and requirements, contact your advisor or program staff. Click on course titles to view the descriptions.
Course List
Common Core Requirements (18 credits)
Ethics in Educational Practice
Inclusive Leadership
Social and Cultural Influences in Education
Adult Development and Transformation
Individual and Institutional Change
Reflective Practice, Mentoring, and Professional Self-Renewal
Common Core Research Requirements (15 credits)
Educational Research Methods
Action Research for Educators
Individualized Research Design
Dissertation Research (6 credits)*
Teaching and Learning Requirements (15 credits)
Teaching in a Diverse Society
Interaction of Classroom Management and Instruction
Educational Implications of Learning and Developmental Theories
Thinking About Teaching
Advanced Curriculum Practices and Models (also in elective list)
Educational Leadership and Supervision Requirements (15 credits)
Advanced School Finance
Advanced Educational Leadership
Advanced Instructional Supervision
School Law
Human Resources in Educational Settings (also in elective list)
Sample Electives (choose 9 credits)
Resiliency Theory in Educational Settings
Teacher as Leader*
Collaborative Models of School-Parent Interaction
Brain-Based Ways of Thinking and Learning
Positive Organizational Scholarship
Global Education
Educational Technology
Human Resources in Educational Settings
Advanced Curriculum Practices and Models
Teaching Diverse Learners

Core Courses
ED5002 - Foundations of Theory and Practice in Master’s Studies
ED5006 - Survey of Research Methodology
Specialization Courses
ED5315 - Adult Development and Learning
ED7313 - Global Issues in Adult Education
ED7312 - Teaching Adults
ED7712 - Classroom Assessment in Education
ED8444 - Higher Education Curriculum and Development
ED7311 - Theory and Methods of Educating Adults
ED5990 - Integrative Project*
ED7590 - Critical Thinking in Adult Education
ED5311 - The Collaborative Nature of Adult Education
Two Elective Courses
Recommended elective courses
ED7310 Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Educational Process
ED7580 - Theory and Development of Multiple Intelligences
ED7690 - Critical Skills for Facilitating Online Learning
ED5312 - Strategies for Building Online Learning Communities
ED7703 - Student Development, Challenges, and Successes
ED7711 - Course Design and Development
ED7713 - Student Advising and Retention
ED7716 - Faculty Leadership
ED8100 - The Future of Educational Institutions: Topics and Trends
ED8444 - Higher Education Curriculum Development and Teaching Strategies
ED8600 - Effective Online Course Design, Delivery, Facilitation, and Assessment
OR
Choose any graduate course.

The Masters of Education with certification in secondary teaching is a 36 credit program designed for the student who holds an undergraduate or graduate degree in their area of specialization (biology, English, social studies, mathematics, or Spanish) and who wishes to both complete a masters degree in secondary education and be recommended to the NH Bureau of Credentialing for Initial Certification in secondary teaching. Admission is restricted to those who (1) have a degree in the field and (2) have demonstrated subject matter competency by earning a passing score on Praxis II in the relevant subject area. Additional credits in the content area may be required if transcript analysis reveals that the student is lacking in some particular distribution requirement as outlined by the New Hampshire state certification standards (Ed 609, Ed 612). Students are informed of any unmet standards in their acceptance letter. The program integrates knowledge of the content area with contemporary research related to learning and teaching in secondary schools. Students study, observe, conduct research and assist in classroom settings at partnership sites. Applicants who do not have a degree or its equivalent in the area of a desired certification (English, Spanish, Mathematics, Biology, or Social Studies) are directed to those departments in the catalog. Applicants interested in conversion only should schedule a meeting with the director of secondary education to develop a tailored program of study.
Degree Requirements (Minimum of 36 credits)
Education Courses (27 credits)
ED 501 - Fundamentals of Research Credits: 3
ED 503 - Philosophy of Education Credits: 3
ED 506 - Educational Measurement and Evaluation Credits: 3
ED 515 - Psychology of Adolescent and Adult Development Credits: 3
ED 523 - Teaching Reading in the Content Areas: Methods and Applications Credits: 3
ED 525 - Understanding Students with Learning Disabilities Credits: 3
ED 533 - Managing Adolescents: Survival Skills for Secondary Teachers Credits: 3
ED 592 - Technology in Education Credits: 3

or
ED 593 - Curriculum Development and Technology Credits: 3
ED 608 - The School and the Law Credits: 3
Methodology and Theory Courses (credits vary)

Required methodology courses vary by subject area.

Students seeking certification in secondary Biology take
ED 507 - Improvement of Instruction in the Secondary Curriculum Credits: 3

This course has an extensive field-component.

Students seeking certification in English Language Arts 5-12 take
ENG 532 - Teaching the Language Arts Credits: 3
ENG 533 - Teaching Literature to Adolescents Credits: 3

Students seeking certification in Mathematics 7-12 take
MA 530 - Teaching Secondary Mathematics Using Technology Credits: 3
MA 534 - Methods of Teaching Secondary School Mathematics Credits: 3
MA 602 - Assessment and Evaluation in Mathematics Education Credits: 3

Students seeking certification in Spanish 5-12 take
ML 507 - Foreign Language Methodology Credits: 3
SPA 560 - Topics in Advanced Spanish Grammar Credits: 3

Students seeking certification in Social Studies take
SST 534 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Social Studies Credits: 3
Internship/Seminar (6 credits)

A passing Score on Praxis I, plus 75 hours of pre-student teaching (PSTE) are required before ED 647.
ED 647 - Internship/Seminar in Secondary Teaching Credits: 6
Other Program Requirements
Meeting with the program director to register for courses
A passing score on Praxis II or its equivalent is required for New Hampshire Certification
Students must submit a formal application to the Professional Educator Preparation Program at the time of filing for degree candidacy
Register for the Comprehensive Examination prior to student teaching
The student must maintain at least a B (3.0) average
A standards-based teaching-learning portfolio is required of degree and certification students

The M.A.T. for Prospective Teachers is designed for those individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree in English and want to become certified to teach English/Language Arts in grades 5 through 12. This program fulfills all the requirements for New Hampshire State Certification and most or all requirements for secondary certification in many other states.
Competencies

Prospective teachers graduating with an M.A.T. in English should be prepared to:
Enhance their existing knowledge of literature, language, and writing.
Create learning strategies to teach secondary students the literature, reading, writing, speaking, listening, and thinking skills required by district, state, and national standards and the personal needs of students.
Develop learning environments that foster rich language learning and thinking.
Apply a constructivist philosophy and integrated learning strategies to the development of curricula and the teaching of curricula.
Develop a personal teaching philosophy that is grounded in lifelong learning and a commitment to students and their learning.
Meet all requirements for New Hampshire State Certification as a secondary teacher of English.
Degree Requirements (39 credits)

The program director, depending on the student’s educational background and preparation, may authorize substitutions in the program.
Methodology and Theory Courses (12 credits)
ENG 531 - Teaching of Writing Credits: 3
ENG 532 - Teaching the Language Arts Credits: 3
ENG 533 - Teaching Literature to Adolescents Credits: 3
ENG 535 - Current Issues/Language Arts Classrooms Credits: 3
Education Courses (12 credits)
ED 503 - Philosophy of Education Credits: 3
ED 515 - Psychology of Adolescent and Adult Development Credits: 3
ED 523 - Teaching Reading in the Content Areas: Methods and Applications Credits: 3
ED 533 - Managing Adolescents: Survival Skills for Secondary Teachers Credits: 3
Content Area Courses - Language and Literature (9 credits)
ENG 530 - English Language: Development and Issues Credits: 3
LIT or WRIT 2 electives. See course listing.
Internship/Seminar (6 credits)
The completion of 75 hours of pre-student teaching experience (PSTE) is required before ENG 635.
ENG 635 - Internship/Seminar in Secondary Teaching Credits: 6
Other Requirements
Meeting with the program director to register for courses
Adherence to all requirements in Guide to M.A.T. Program
Comprehensive examination: Students have input on the content of their take-home examination, which asks them to synthesize material from courses in their graduate program and their internship experience. They have 72 hours to complete the examination. Follow-up discussion of the content of the exam with the department coordinator and another faculty member. (No credit.)

The M.A./M.A.T. for Prospective Teachers is designed to fulfill all the requirements for New Hampshire State Certification to teach English/Language Arts in grades 5 through 12. The program also fulfills most or all requirements for secondary certification in many other states.
Degree Requirements (54 credits)
The department coordinator, depending on the student’s educational background and preparation, may authorize substitutions in the program.
Methodology and Theory Courses (12 credits)
ENG 531 - Teaching of Writing Credits: 3
ENG 532 - Teaching the Language Arts Credits: 3
ENG 533 - Teaching Literature to Adolescents Credits: 3
ENG 535 - Current Issues/Language Arts Classrooms Credits: 3
Education Courses (12 credits)
ED 503 - Philosophy of Education Credits: 3
ED 515 - Psychology of Adolescent and Adult Development Credits: 3
ED 523 - Teaching Reading in the Content Areas: Methods and Applications Credits: 3
ED 533 - Managing Adolescents: Survival Skills for Secondary Teachers Credits: 3
Content Area Courses - Language, literature, and writing (24 credits)

ENG 530 - English Language: Development and Issues Credits: 3
ENG 541 - Writers on Writing Credits: 3

LIT or WRIT 6 electives Credits:18
Internship/Seminar (6 credits)
The completion of 75 hours of pre-student teaching experience (PSTE) is required before ENG 635.
ENG 635 - Internship/Seminar in Secondary Teaching Credits: 6
Other Requirements
Meeting with the department coordinator to register for courses.
Adherence to all requirements in Guide to M.A.T. Program
Comprehensive examination: Students have input on the content of their take-home examination, which asks them to synthesize material from courses in their graduate program and their internship experience. They have 72 hours to complete the examination. Follow-up discussion of the content of the exam with the department coordinator and another faculty member. (No credit.)
Portfolio, consisting of a substantial body of published or publishable writing, or a Thesis. (No credit.)

The M.A.T. with teacher certification is designed to fulfill all the requirements for New Hampshire State Certification. The program also fulfills most or all requirements for secondary certification in many other states.

Degree Requirements (39 credits)
Methodology and Theory Courses (9 credits)

Select courses such as:
ENG 535 - Current Issues/Language Arts Classrooms Credits: 3
ML 507 - Foreign Language Methodology Credits: 3
SPA 560 - Topics in Advanced Spanish Grammar Credits: 3
Education Courses (9 credits)

Select courses such as:
ED 503 - Philosophy of Education Credits: 3
ED 515 - Psychology of Adolescent and Adult Development Credits: 3
ED 533 - Managing Adolescents: Survival Skills for Secondary Teachers Credits: 3
Content Area Courses (15 credits)

Select courses in literature and culture such as:
ML 710 - History of the Romance Languages Credits: 3
SPA 520 - Studies in Early Spanish Literature Credits: 3
SPA 528 - Cervantes and His Time Credits: 3
SPA 530 - Modern Latin American Fiction Credits: 3
Internship/Seminar (6 credits)

A passing score on Praxis I plus 75 hours of pre-student teaching experience (PSTE) are required before ML 647.
ML 647 - Internship/Seminar in Secondary Teaching Credits: 6
Other Requirements
Meeting with the program director to register for courses.
A comprehensive exit interview will cover content area courses.

The doctoral program in Administration and Leadership Studies is a three-year, part-time program designed to enhance administrative skills for school and college administrators. Students progress through this program as a cohort and remain together throughout the program. All classes meet on a Friday and Saturday for the entire day, approximately once each month. Public school administrators can obtain the Pennsylvania Superintendent’s Letter of Eligibility after completing all program requirements.

Potential candidates must take part in a one-hour interview at IUP. The interview and writing examination are designed to identify candidates who will be admitted into the three-year program. All applicants should be current or former administrators and have at least two years of administrative experience.

The program focuses on budgeting techniques, communication skills, team building, leadership theory, conflict resolution, implementing change, research, adult development, and case studies. The monthly seminars combine theory with actual projects that candidates are expected to implement in the workplace. The curriculum is designed to accommodate the schedules of working administrators.

In addition to the tuition and fees listed in the brochure, a one-time-only program fee of $1,300 is assessed to cover program evaluation expenses, fall retreats, speakers, associated clerical fees, processing expenses, and supplies.

The doctoral program in Administration and Leadership Studies is a three-year, part-time program designed to enhance administrative skills for school and college administrators. Students progress through this program as a cohort and remain together throughout the program. All classes meet on a Friday and Saturday for the entire day, approximately once each month. Public school administrators can obtain the Pennsylvania Superintendent’s Letter of Eligibility after completing all program requirements.

Potential candidates must take part in a one-hour interview at IUP. The interview and writing examination are designed to identify candidates who will be admitted into the three-year program. All applicants should be current or former administrators and have at least two years of administrative experience.

The program focuses on budgeting techniques, communication skills, team building, leadership theory, conflict resolution, implementing change, research, adult development, and case studies. The monthly seminars combine theory with actual projects that candidates are expected to implement in the workplace. The curriculum is designed to accommodate the schedules of working administrators.

In addition to the tuition and fees listed in the brochure, a one-time-only program fee of $1,300 is assessed to cover program evaluation expenses, fall retreats, speakers, associated clerical fees, processing expenses, and supplies.

For more information, please visit our Administration and Leadership Studies program page or see the graduate catalog.

The doctoral program in Curriculum and Instruction is a professional degree program that prepares future teacher educators for college and university settings. The program emphasizes four main components:
Educational theory
Teacher education
Curriculum evaluation
Research methods

The program is designed to accommodate students’ work schedules. All classes meet on Saturdays. Doctoral candidates remain together as a cohort and progress through all coursework as a group. Doctoral students work with nationally and internationally recognized professors in their areas of expertise.

The program intends to prepare doctoral graduates who will
Fulfill the teacher educator’s role in ways that reflect the highest standards for academic rigor, intellectual inquiry, and professional integrity
Study curriculum as a discipline including the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs in education
Analyze critical issues in curriculum and instruction, both historical and contemporary, as they relate to a broad range of disciplinary specialties in the field
Use technology for developing outstanding college-level courses and professional development programs for preservice and inservice educators
Demonstrate knowledge of adult development, characteristics of adult learners, and appropriate ways of supporting educators’ professional growth
Apply knowledge of learners and curriculum to offer exemplary college-level instruction and supervision to practitioners in the field of education
Master the research skills of the teacher/scholar in education as demonstrated by professional presentations, scholarly writing, and the successful completion of independent dissertation research
Contribute to the commonwealth and other educational settings by working effectively and ethically with diverse populations of educators, children, families, and communities

Students who have earned a valid instructional certificate from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania may pursue the Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction Certificate in conjunction with a 6-credit supervised doctoral internship.

The Department of Education and Music offer a major in music education, which prepares students for placement as choral music teachers in classrooms grades K-12.

The program requires music coursework in voice, piano, aural skills, creative and analytical concepts, orchestration, choral conducting, music literature, music history, and diction. Additionally, students take courses in professional development such as childhood development and learning, adolescent and adult development, measurement and evaluation.