Science Education
For the STEM MA with a concentration in Science Education, there are4 required courses (12 credits hours). In consultation and with approval from your faculty advisor, select 5 courses from the Thematic Course Categories to customize your learning (15 credits). For instance, you may want to customize your Thematic Course Categories selections for elementary or secondary. Finally, take a research methods course (3 credits) for a total of 30 credits. The Concentration Capstone Course listed below is not an additional 3 credit hours; rather it is a project which takes place within one of your core SCED courses.
This degree plan does not include a license or an endorsement.
Core Courses (12 Credit Hours)
Thematic Course (15 Credit Hours)
The Thematic Course Categories is a collection of courses across all SEHD disciplines designed to allow students to expand student learning.
- Course 1
- Course 2
- Course 3
- Course 4
- Course 5
Research Course (3 Credit Hours)
RSEM _______
To be decided by student with Faculty Advisor
Capstone Course
SCED ______
The Capstone is completed in your final core course
Total Credit Hours 30
Program Requirements and Courses
To complete the STEM Education program and earn a master’s degree and/or endorsement, students must complete the appropriate course work as outlined in the tables above. All courses require a grade of B- or better to count to the MA or endorsement and a 3.0 minimum GPA is required for graduation. Students have 7 years in which to complete the degree.
Active Status
Students must complete their programs within seven years, maintaining a GPA of 3.0. Students typically take four courses each calendar year. Failure to enroll over three contiguous semesters will result in a requirement to submit readmission materials.
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