Inservice science teachers may now earn a Master's Degree in
Curriculum and Instruction (M.S. in C&I) from Illinois State
University with a science education concentration in Biology,
Chemistry, Physics, and possibly other content areas. The program
is intended primarily for those with at least two years of teaching
experience. Earning this Master's degree will provide credit toward
teacher recertification, as well as allow teachers to move up
the salary scale. The official C&I Master's degree website
his here.
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Please note that this is a DRAFT plan of study for the science concentration disciplines. Formal details must be worked out and agreed upon by all departments involved. |
The core curriculum consists of 18 semester hours (s.h.) of course work. This core represents the broad knowledge base from research, practice, and theory in educational curriculum, instructional theory, assessment of learners, learning theory, meeting the needs of learners, and educational technology. The 18 s.h. core will provide teachers with a background for the specializations and the action research project.
Six courses comprise the 18 s.h. core.
- C&I 401
Instructional Media and Technology (3 s.h.) Applications of technology to theories of learning and methods of instruction. Developing and evaluating courseware to facilitate classroom instruction.
- C&I 402
Reflective Teaching Practice (3 s.h.) The study of the relationship between teacher reflection, planning, decision-making, and teaching practice.
- C&I 407
Learning in Educational Settings (3 s.h.) The study of classroom learning and assessment.
- C&I 409
Student Diversity and Educational Practices (3 s.h.) Examination of student diversities found in classrooms and the impact of diverse learners on curricular and instructional practices.
Prerequisites: C&I 402 and C&I 407.
- C&I 411
Curriculum (3 s.h.) The study of curriculum models, planning, and evaluation.
Prerequisites C&I 402 and C&I 407.
- EAF 410
Research Methodology and Statistics in Education I (3 s.h.) The development of basic skills required in the understanding, planning and execution of a research study; introduction to analysis of statistical and qualitative data.
Several science concentration specializations are available based upon master teacher's interests or professional needs. Among these specializations are the secondary science concentrations in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Other science concentrations (Geology, Environmental Science, Meteorology, Integrate Science, Multidisciplinary Science, etc.) may be developed based on teacher needs, interdisciplinary collaborations, and faculty expertise. For information about each of the science concentrations, contact the following individuals.
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Teachers may choose from two professional research options to complete the Master's degree. Under the first option, a teacher may choose to complete a year-long (6 s.h.) action research project. The action research projects will build on teachers' knowledge of theory, research, and practice. Teachers may complete the coursework and portfolios leading to National Board certification as an action research project.
The action research option is completed in C&I 481 and C&I 482.
- C&I 481
Professional Research I (3 s.h.) Design a curricular or instructional research project in an educational setting.
- C&I 482
Professional Research II (3 s.h.) Conduct a curricular or instructional research project in an educational setting.
Under the second option, a teacher may choose to complete a Master's thesis (6 s.h.).
C&I 402 and 407 are prerequisites to C&I 409 and 411. C&I 409, 411 and EAF 410 are prerequisites to either C&I 481 and 482 or 499. C&I 401, the specialization courses and electives may be taken at any time.
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