Master's of Science in Education
Program Description
Keiser University’s Master of Science degree in Education provides teachers and education administrators an intensive study of theory and practice in the field of education. The MSEd program fosters independent learning and enables students to contribute intellectually to the education profession.
Students specialize in one of two areas: Teaching and Learning or Leadership. In addition, students complete course work in areas such as assessment and evaluation, diversity, curriculum design, governance and decision-making and instructional technology. Graduates are able to demonstrate a conceptual understanding of advanced educational theory and practice and to critically analyze and solve problems based on applied research methods.
Program Objectives
Keiser University’s MSEd program enables students to contribute to the education profession and fosters independent learning. Upon completion of this program, students are able to:
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Demonstrate application of the intersection of educational theory and practice |
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Evaluate comprehensive and relevant curriculum |
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Demonstrate moral and ethical decision-making in an educational environment |
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Practice communication skills for educators leading to successful team building, motivation and leadership in classrooms and administration |
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Assess student and teacher needs and develop appropriate resources in education |
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Work with a diverse population, motivating for increased performance and satisfaction |
Program Outline
To receive a Master of Science in Education degree, students must earn 36 graduate semester credit hours. In the final semester of their program students complete an action research project or internship. No elective courses are offered in this program, although one of two specializations is selected. Thirty of the program hours must be completed through Keiser University. Program requirements are as follows:
Master of Science in Education Major Courses (18.0 graduate credit hours) |
Affirming Diversity |
3.0 credit hours |
Integrative Instructional Technology |
3.0 credit hours |
Education Governance, Motivation and Ethical Decision Making |
3.0 credit hours |
Advanced Curriculum and Instructional Design |
3.0 credit hours |
Advanced Educational Assessment and Evaluation |
3.0 credit hours |
US Curricular Trends and Issues |
3.0 credit hours |
Teaching and Learning Concentration (18.0 credit hours) |
Psychological Basis of Education |
3.0 credit hours |
Learning Theories Applied Classrom instruction and Management |
3.0 credit hours |
Continuous Improvement and Planning |
3.0 credit hours |
Teacher in American Society |
3.0 credit hours |
Problem Solving and Critical Thinking |
3.0 credit hours |
Action Research Project (Capstone) |
3.0 credit hours |
Leadership Concentration (18.0 credit hours) |
Education System Organization and Leadership |
3.0 credit hours |
Decision Oriented Educational Research |
3.0 credit hours |
Personnel Selection and Development |
3.0 credit hours |
Education Budgeting and Finance |
3.0 credit hours |
School Public Relations and Communication |
3.0 credit hours |
Educational Internship (Capstone option) |
3.0 credit hours |
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Action Research Project (Capstone) |
3.0 credit hours |
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