Program Requirements
The Master of Education in Teaching and Learning is a 30-hour completely online program that includes coursework in research methods, curriculum theory, learning and motivation, issues in assessment, and cultural diversity. Students may elect to specialize in one of the following emphasis areas: Early Childhood Education; Instructional Coaching; or STEAM Education. The program is intended to strengthen and enhance teaching skills, promote research and reflection on innovative teaching strategies, and expand content knowledge.
Admission Requirements
A complete application package must include a bachelor’s degree, a valid teaching certificate, three letters of recommendation, and an undergraduate transcript with at least a grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or competitive GRE scores (top 50%). Applications are considered on a rolling basis throughout the academic year. Before enrolling in any graduate course, the student should arrange a conference with the major advisor. Courses taken prior to this conference may not be acceptable for the degree. Professional development courses do not count toward the degree. Exceptions to the program of study must be approved by the student’s advisory committee, which consists of the major advisor and two faculty members from the department in which the student has taken coursework.
Degree Requirements
Graduate students must satisfy requirements for the Graduate School, complete the approved program of study for the degree, maintain a B average in all graduate work and pass a final exam. The degree requires 30 credit hours (33 for those who have not successfully completed an undergraduate content reading course).
When the student has successfully completed 24 hours toward the degree, he/she may take the final written examination. The examination is arranged at a specified time each semester.
For more program information, please visit http://www.clemson.edu/education/academics/masters-specialist-programs/masters-education-teaching-learning/index.html
