Master of Education in Secondary Education

College/School: Grand Canyon University

The Master of Education in Secondary Education (Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Credential) is a program designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the Grade 7-12 setting who is seeking a teaching certificate. The format and courses of the state and regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize the content knowledge that the student already possesses.

Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, and curriculum development. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice based experiences. Students must have access to a Gr. 7-12 classroom to complete the program assignments. Students must be prepared to complete a full-time 16 week student teaching component at the end of the program.

Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educators in public and private schools and other settings requiring a teaching credential. Students must have a minimum of 24 units in a content area commonly taught in public Gr. 7-12 schools to be admitted to the program. The student should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and enrollment counselor on current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

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Program Description

College/School: Grand Canyon University
Category: Secondary Education
Degree: Masters Degrees
Language: English
Accreditation: Accredited by the Commission on Colleges/Northwest Association of Schools & Colleges.