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Online Master's Degree in Teaching with an Emphasis in Secondary
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Elevate your teaching expertise with an emphasis in Secondary Teaching.

Gain advanced knowledge and expertise in teaching methods, curriculum development, and educational theory specifically tailored to the unique needs of adolescent learners.

Engage in immersive experiences that provide hands-on learning in classroom settings to engage with students and refine teaching skills.

Unique Class Topics in the Secondary Teaching Emphasis

  • The Professional Semester Teacher - Engage in hands-on classroom experiences, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge and develop essential teaching skills under the guidance of experienced mentors.
  • Content Literacy for Middle and Secondary Teachers: Equips you with research-based strategies for integrating literacy instruction across content areas, fostering reading comprehension and critical thinking skills in middle and high school students.
  • Multicultural Approaches to Diversity in the Classroom: Examine culturally responsive teaching practices and strategies for creating inclusive learning environments that honor and celebrate diversity, promoting equity and student success.
  • Positive Classroom Management: Learn effective techniques for establishing a positive and supportive classroom climate, managing student behavior, and fostering a culture of respect and collaboration.
  • Assessment for Effective Teaching: Focus on the design, implementation, and interpretation of assessment tools and techniques to measure student progress, inform instruction, and promote continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
  • Techniques for Teaching Secondary: Learn practical techniques and strategies for effective teaching in secondary classrooms, addressing curriculum development, instructional delivery, and assessment practices tailored to the needs of adolescent learners.

Additional information
for the Department of Teaching and Leadership

Catalog – see program guides