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Master of Science (MS) in Education

School of Education

K–12 Studies in Education specialization

Delve into the research-based knowledge, skills, and attitudes of exceptional teachers in this P–12 education specialization designed around nationally recognized teaching standards. Complement such core courses as leadership, curriculum, assessment, and learning theory with electives chosen to meet your educational, personal, professional, or school-site needs. Throughout the program, you will build a professional portfolio that will enable you to demonstrate your master's-level competencies to current and future employers. People who choose this specialization are often licensed P–12 teachers and other educational professionals interested in improving student achievement in their own classroom, or coaching others on these skills in a building- or district-level position or as a community college instructor.


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Total Program: 48 quarter credits
Up to 12 quarter credits may be transferred into this program
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Next Start Date: December 7, 2009
Credit: $410

78% of our learners receive aid.

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Core Courses (each course 4 quarter credits unless noted)

  • ED5007 - Foundations of Educational Leadership - 6 quarter credits
  • ED5501 - Assessment and Improvement of Instruction OR
  • ED7541 - Teacher Supervision and Evaluation
  • ED5500 - Standards-Based Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
  • ED5503 - Classroom Management Strategies OR
  • ED5502 - Learning Theory and Instructional Practice
  • ED5504 - Strategies for Eliminating the Achievement Gap
  • ED5006 - Survey of Research Methodology

Specialization Courses (each course 4 quarter credits unless noted)

  • ED5543 - Master's Practicum in K–12 Studies in Education - 6 quarter credits OR
  • ED5542 - Master's Capstone in K–12 Studies in Education+ - 6 quarter credits
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  • In addition, choose two from the following courses:
  • ED5502 - Learning Theory and Instructional Practice
  • ED5506 - Standards and the K–12 Mathematics Curriculum
  • ED5507 - The Art of Planning Mathematics Instruction
  • ED5508 - Research and Best Practices in Mathematics Instruction
  • ED5511 - Teaching Algebra for Understanding
  • ED5513 - Middle-Level Issues
  • ED5514 - Educational Leadership for Teacher-Leaders
  • ED5515 - Action Research for Teacher-Leaders
  • ED5516 - Adult Learning and Professional Development
  • ED5522 - The Art of Planning Science Instruction: Creating the Engaged Science Student
  • ED5523 - Inquiry-Based Curriculum and Resources for Elementary Science Teachers
  • ED5524 - Inquiry-Based Curriculum and Resources for Secondary Science Teachers
  • ED5526 - Student Assessment and Work Analysis in Science Instruction
  • ED5528 - Technology Skills for the Virtual School Teacher
  • ED5529 - Instructional Strategies for the Virtual School Teacher
  • ED5530 - Assessment Strategies for the Virtual School Teacher
  • ED5531 - Communication Skills for the Virtual School Teacher
  • ED5532 - Social Issues and Virtual School Teaching

Two Elective Courses

  • Choose any graduate courses.
+For learners without classroom access.
Admission to the K–12 Studies in Education specialization requires learners to complete and submit the Capella University School of Education Certification and Licensed Teaching form located at www.capella.edu/aspscripts/schools/TeacherLicensure.pdf
Prior to enrollment, Washington state learners are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 360.725.6320 or profed@k12.wa.us to determine teacher certification or endorsement requirements, and contact their school district regarding qualifications for salary advancement.
* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.
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