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 K–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 K–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.

All credits listed below are quarter credits.

Core Courses

• ED5007 - Foundations of Educational Leadership - 6 quarter credits
• ED5501 - Assessment and Improvement of Instruction - 4 quarter credits
• OR
• ED7541 - Teacher Supervision and Evaluation - 4 quarter credits
• ED5500 - Standards-Based Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment - 4 quarter credits
• ED5503 - Classroom Management Strategies - 4 quarter credits
• OR
• ED5502 - Learning Theory and Instructional Practice - 4 quarter credits
• ED5504 - Strategies for Eliminating the Achievement Gap - 4 quarter credits
• ED5006 - Survey of Research Methodology - 4 quarter credits

Specialization Courses

• 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
•  
• Choose two from the following courses - 4 quarter credits
• ED5502 - Learning Theory and Instructional Practice - 4 quarter credits
• ED5506 - Standards and the K–12 Mathematics Curriculum - 4 quarter credits
• ED5507 - The Art of Planning Mathematics Instruction - 4 quarter credits
• ED5508 - Research and Best Practices in Mathematics Instruction - 4 quarter credits
• ED5511 - Teaching Algebra for Understanding - 4 quarter credits
• ED5513 - Middle-Level Issues - 4 quarter credits
• ED5514 - Educational Leadership for Teacher-Leaders - 4 quarter credits
• ED5515 - Action Research for Teacher-Leaders - 4 quarter credits
• ED5516 - Adult Learning and Professional Development - 4 quarter credits
• ED5522 - The Art of Planning Science Instruction: Creating the Engaged Science Student - 4 quarter credits
• ED5523 - Inquiry-Based Curriculum and Resources for Elementary Science Teachers - 4 quarter credits
• ED5524 - Inquiry-Based Curriculum and Resources for Secondary Science Teachers - 4 quarter credits
• ED5526 - Student Assessment and Work Analysis in Science Instruction - 4 quarter credits
• ED5528 - Technology Skills for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 quarter credits
• ED5529 - Instructional Strategies for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 quarter credits
• ED5530 - Assessment Strategies for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 quarter credits
• ED5531 - Communication Skills for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 quarter credits
• ED5532 - Social Issues and Virtual School Teaching - 4 quarter credits

Two Elective Courses

• Choose any graduate courses.

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.

⁺For learners without classroom access.

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