A master’s degree in curriculum and instruction can grow your skills and knowledge as an educator. You can choose two options: Educational Studies or Educational Technology.
M.A. in Secondary Education
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Master's Degree
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Graduate
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Teaching to learn, learning to teach. Shape the future of education with a Master of Arts in secondary education.
With your classroom experience, you're ready to tackle challenges and find solutions through our tailored master’s degree in secondary education. Choose to deepen your expertise in educational studies or expand your knowledge of educational technology.
Since Southeast has been preparing educators since 1873, you can feel confident in our history, our reputation, and our accreditation. We're consistently recognized for academic excellence by the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings for institutions in the Midwest and fully accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education.
What Makes SEMO's Secondary Education Masters Unique:
Our MA in secondary education provides a rich, supportive learning environment where you can deepen your knowledge and refine your teaching skills. With experienced faculty, cutting-edge resources, and a collaborative community, you’ll gain the expertise needed to inspire and educate the next generation of students.
- Complete research relating to challenges in your teaching.
- Start using what you learn immediately in your classroom.
- Learn the latest technology and educational methods for secondary education.
What Can You Do with an M.A. in Secondary Education?
Earning a Master of Arts in secondary education opens doors to numerous career opportunities. Graduates of our program are well-equipped to take on roles such as lead teachers, curriculum coordinators, and educational consultants. With this advanced degree, you’ll be ready to make a significant impact in your school and community.
You’ll be prepared to take on roles such as:
- District Technology Director
- Curriculum Leader
- Program Leader
Those who choose 18 hours of content as their electives may be eligible to teach dual credit courses in their school.
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Online Master's in Educational Technology Careers & Outcomes
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$77K
Instructional Coordinators
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for instructional coordinators is $77,600.
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$72K
Training and Development Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for training and development specialists in education is $71,980. Training and development specialists create programming around professional development and training.
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$113k
Education Administrator
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Secondary Education Curriculum
The time it takes to earn a degree will vary based on factors such as dual enrollment, remediation, and summer enrollment. Students meet with an academic advisor each semester and use Degree Works to monitor their progress.
In addition to the criteria established for general admission to graduate studies, applicants must have the following:
- Undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
International applicants must also have a minimum IELTS Academic score of 7.0, TOEFL iBT score of 95, PTE Academic score of 64 or Duolingo English score of 125. This requirement is for non-United States citizens who are not native English speakers. Students from the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand are exempt from English proficiency verification.
Probationary Admission
Probationary admission will be considered by the Office of Admissions if the applicant presents a GPA that is 2.5 to 2.74. The applicant must complete six hours of graduate level course work in the core area of study with a grade of ‘B’ or higher to continue in the program.
Appeals Process
Applicants who are denied admission can appeal to the College of Education, Health, and Human Studies Admission Appeals Committee, which is composed of one representative from each program offering a graduate program.
Graduation Requirement
Students must attain an overall GPA of 3.25 to graduate from the program.
Core Courses:
- GR691 Methods of Research (3)
- GR698 Master's Final Comprehensive Exam (0)- Must be taken during the last semester
- SE600 Multimedia in Education (3)*
- SE638 Improvement of Instruction and Assessment (3)
- SE641 Teaching in a Multicultural Society (3)
- SE642 Secondary Curriculum Development (3)
*May not be required for the Educational Studies option, depending on the content area chosen
Educational Studies Option:
- 15 hours in subject specialty area - Autism, Educational Studies, English, or Science
Educational Technology Option:
- SE500 Technology in Instruction (3)
- SE617 Foundations of Educational Technology (3)
- SE618 Assessment Using Technology (3)
- SE683 Instructional Design and Technology (3)
These two programs do not require an internship or practicum. However, the Educational Studies option best serves those students who are current teachers.
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Dr. Lisa Bertrand, Ed.D.
Professor in the Department of Leadership, Middle and Secondary Education
In order to promote a sense of community and collaboration, I design each class to address active student engagement where my philosophy centers on the constructivist approach to learning.
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