Handbook Curriculum and Instruction Graduate Programs

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1 Handbook Curriculum and Instruction Graduate Programs Tarleton State University Locations Stephenville 1333 W. Washington St Stephenville, Texas Southwest Metroplex Center 6777 Camp Bowie Blvd Fort Worth, Texas McLennan Community College 1400 College Dr Waco, Texas TMATE Killeen 704 Whitlow Ave Killeen, TX

2 Advisement 2 Admission Requirements 3 Additional Program Information 4 M.ED. Concentration Areas 7 Educational Diagnostician 8 Elementary Education 9 Instructional Design and Technology 10 Instructional Leadership 11 Professional Reading Specialist 12 Secondary Education 13 Special Education 14 Technology Applications 15 Technology Director 16 Certification only programs 17 Master Reading Teacher 18 TMATE Certification and M.ED. Concentration Areas 19 TMATE Overview 20 TMATE Certification and Degree Programs 21 1 * Effective Fall 2012

3 Advisement Information General Initial Advisement: M.ED in Curriculum and Instruction Stephenville and Southwest Metroplex Dr. Susan Erwin Waco Dr. William Larmer Specific M.ED Concentration Area Advisement Educational Diagnostician Dr. Diane Taylor Elementary Education Dr. Steven Harris Instructional Design and Technology Dr. Paige Worrell Instructional Leadership Dr. Susan Erwin Professional Reading Specialist Dr. Rebecca Miller Secondary Education Dr. Laurie Hawke Special Education Dr. Diane Taylor Technology Applications Dr. Paige Worrell Technology Director Dr. Paige Worrell TMATE Teacher Certification and M.ED. in Curriculum and Instruction Southwest Metroplex Dr. Randal Ford Killeen Dr. Janis Parham 2 * Effective Fall 2012

4 Admission Requirements 1. Apply at least one month prior to enrollment to: Office of College of Graduate Studies ( ) OR 2. Required for full admission: Official transcripts of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Minimum GPA 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) on the last 60 hours completed Acceptable Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score Acceptable word essay 3. Required for conditional admission: Official transcripts of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Minimum GPA 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) on the last 60 hours completed Acceptable Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score Acceptable word essay Must satisfy department conditions before full admission is recommended 4. Undergraduate concurrent enrollment requirements Within 12 hours of bachelor degree completion 3.0 GPA in last 60 hours Completed Provisional Enrollment form Applies for admission to graduate school until AFTER undergraduate completion. Advisement after Admission Content Area Advisors direct students enrollment advisement and release of advising holds up to the point students select a faculty committee. During Enrollment in EDU 598 Techniques of Research, students select faculty committees. Once selected the student s committee chair serves as advisor for enrollment and capstone project completion. 3 * Effective Fall 2012

5 General Program Information Master s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction Mission Statement: To provide a relevant, research-based curriculum that develops the capacity for leadership through mastery of knowledge, effective communication, collaboration, inquiry, and decision-making to ensure learner success. Goals 1. Knowledge of research-based curriculum and instruction best practices. Prepare students to identify, evaluate, and investigate best practice in the field of curriculum and instruction. 2. Application of curriculum and instruction best practice. Prepare students to apply best practice curriculum and instruction knowledge to classroom and instructional leadership. 3. Communication of best practices in curriculum and instruction to professional audiences. Prepare students communicate to educational professionals best practices in the field of curriculum and instruction. Culminating Graduate Action Research Capstone Experience (in lieu of Comprehensive Exam) Purpose Process Demonstration of proficiency in the application of program goals and concentration area content. The specific nature of the capstone project differs according to the professional needs of each program concentration area. The capstone project is directed by the chair of a 3-member, studentselected faculty advisory committee. The capstone project is completed and presented to a professional audience the last semester of the student s program. Digital Portfolio: Chalk and Wire Purpose Process Evidence of proficiency in the application of particular program content is collected digitally for M.Ed. program assessment and for students personal performance records. 4 * Effective Fall 2012

6 Course Instructors notify students when course assignments are targeted for Chalk and Wire assessment. Completed assignments are submitted by students and assessed by instructors. Assessed assignments will be reviewed by department faculty for program evaluation. After graduation, students determine the degree to which they maintain access to digital records stored in Chalk and Wire. Thesis Option (offered to interested students) Requirements Full admission to the Curriculum & Instruction M.ED. program Concentration area course requirements AND 6 hours EDU 588 Permission from: Concentration area advisor Committee chair C&I department chair Thesis guidelines Faculty Committee Roles and Responsibilities Graduate Student Committee Chair Develops a 3- faculty member committee to direct completion of the student s capstone project (usually during the semester enrolled in EDU 598, Techniques of Research). Completes the Degree Plan with the identified committee chair. Works under the supervision of the committee chair to ethically meet departmental capstone project standards and satisfy committee specifications and timelines. Applies for graduation the semester BEFORE graduation. m1.pdf Submits Chalk and Wire assignments as directed. Presents the completed capstone project to a professional audience the semester of graduation. Submits the student s Degree Plan. ree%20plan%202_9_10.pdf 5 * Effective Fall 2012

7 Committee Member Supervises student completion of the capstone project to ensure project meets ethical and departmental capstone project standards and satisfies committee specifications and timelines. Assesses Chalk and Wire assessments with feedback from committee members. Attends and evaluates student capstone project presentations. Submits the Comprehensive Exam form following committee approval of student s capstone project and presentation am%20form%204_14_11.pdf Reviews and provides feedback regarding student completion of the capstone project to ensure project meets ethical and departmental capstone project standards and satisfies committee specifications and timelines. Attends and evaluates student capstone project presentations. 6 * Effective Fall 2012

8 Master s Degree Curriculum and Instruction Concentration Areas 7 * Effective Fall 2012

9 Educational Diagnostician The 30 hour* Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree includes a combination of face-to-face, online, and hybrid coursework. 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDSP 505 Introduction to Exceptional Learners 3 EDSP 513 Advanced Study in Learning Disabilities OR EDSP 515 Advanced Study of Developmental Disabilities 3 EDSP 529 Assessing Cognitive Abilities Exceptional Learners 3 EDSP 525 Appraisal of Exceptional Learners 3 RDG 575 Literacy Assessment 3 EDSP 528 Case Management for Educational Diagnosticians 3 EDSP 599 Internship for Educational Diagnosticians Additional leveling courses may be required for certification. D e s i g n e d f o r Professionals interested in evaluation and programming for individuals with disabilities in P-12 school or clinical settings. Y o u r f u t u r e Educational Diagnosticians provide educational, intellectual and social/emotional diagnostic information to help determine the most appropriate programs for individuals with disabilities. Concentration Area Advisor... Dr. Diane Taylor dtaylor@tarleton.edu 8 * Effective Fall 2012

10 Elementary Education The 30 hour* Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree includes a combination of face-to-face, online, and hybrid coursework. 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDU 586 Action Research Project 3 EDTC 553 Designing Online Learning Environments OR EDTC 554 Teaching in Online Learning Environments 3 EDU 550 Assessment Issues for Instructional Leaders 3 EDU 545 Advanced Instructional Strategies 3 RDG 573 Foundations of Reading OR 3 RDG 574 Literacy Instruction 3 EDTC 549 Educational Media and Technology OR EDTC 559 Leading & Learning with Technology Additional leveling courses may be required D e s i g n e d f o r Classroom teachers seeking expertise in effective, research-based curriculum development and instruction techniques proven to increase student knowledge and performance within the elementary education environment. Y o u r f u t u r e Teachers holding this degree are recognized as professional educators possessing the skills necessary to develop and implement effective, research-based curriculum designed to increase student achievement. Concentration Area Advisor... Dr. Steven Harris sharris@tarleton.edu 9 * Effective Fall 2012

11 Instructional Design and Technology The 30 hour* Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree includes a combination of face-to-face, online, and hybrid coursework. 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDU 507 Adult Learner 3 EDTC 538 Principles of Instructional Design 3 EDTC 549 Educational Media &Technology 3 EDTC 553 Designing Online Learning Environments 3 EDTC 554 Teaching in Online Learning Environments 3 EDTC 570 Internship/Service Learning Capstone 3 CIS 566 Project Management D e s i g n e d f o r Professionals seeking expertise in the areas of instructional design, training, and instructional technology. Y o u r f u t u r e K-12 school or district instructional specialists provide teacher training in research-based instruction practices to increase student achievement in a content area. Eighteen hours in a content area provide opportunities to teach Advanced Placement and/or Dual Credit courses at the secondary level, or to teach at the community college level. Concentration Area Advisor... Dr. Paige Worrell worrell@tarleton.edu 10 * Effective Fall 2012

12 Instructional Leadership The 30 hour* Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree includes a combination of face-to-face, online, and hybrid coursework. 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDU 586 Action Research 3 EDTC 553 Designing Online Learning Environments OR EDTC 554 Teaching in Online Learning Environments 3 EDAD 516 Instructional Leadership OR EDU 507 Adult Learner 3 EDU 550 Assessment Issues for Education Leaders 3 EDU 545 Advanced Instructional Strategies 3 RDG 573 Foundations of Reading OR RDG 574 Literacy Instruction 3 EDTC 549 Educational Media and Technology OR EDTC 559 Leading & Learning with Technology D e s i g n e d f o r Professionals seeking expertise in effective, research - based instructional techniques that increase learner knowledge and performance. Classes are available online, face-to-face, and hybrid model to accommodate the working professional. Y o u r f u t u r e Instructional specialists, designers and trainers work in K-12 schools/districts, higher education and industry providing research-based effective instruction to maximize learning. Concentration Area Advisor... Dr. Susan Erwin serwin@tarleton.edu 11 * Effective Fall 2012

13 Professional Reading Specialist The 30 hour* Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree includes a combination of face-to-face, online, and hybrid coursework. 3 EDU 503 Foundations in Curriculum 3 EDU 586 Action Research Project 3 EDTC 549 Educational Media and Technology OR EDTC 559 Leading & Learning with Technology 3 RDG 573 Foundations of Reading 3 RDG 574 Literacy Instruction 3 RDG 575 Literacy Assessment 3 RDG 576 Organization & Administration of Reading Programs 3 PSY 590 Advanced Psycholinguistics Additional leveling courses may be required for certification. D e s i g n e d f o r Professionals who seek expertise in reading. Classes are available online, face-to-face, and hybrid model to accommodate the working professional. Y o u r f u t u r e Reading Specialists work collaboratively with classroom teachers/master Reading Teachers to plan and deliver instruction to meet the needs of individuals with reading difficulties. Concentration Area Advisor... Dr. Rebecca Miller rmiller@tarleton.edu 12 * Effective Fall 2012

14 Secondary Education The 30 hour* Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree includes a combination of face-to-face, online, and hybrid coursework. 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDU 586 Action Research Project 18 Graduate Content Area courses D e s i g n e d f o r Professionals seeking expertise in effective, research-based instructional techniques that increase student knowledge and performance in secondary or college students. Y o u r f u t u r e K-12 school or district instructional specialists provide teacher training in research-based instruction practices to increase student achievement in a content area. Eighteen hours in a content area provide opportunities to teach Advanced Placement and/or Dual Credit courses at the secondary level, or to teach at the community college level. Concentration Area Advisor... Dr. Laurie Hawke lhawke@tarleton.edu 13 * Effective Fall 2012

15 Special Education The 30 hour* Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree includes a combination of face-to-face, online, and hybrid coursework. 3 EDU 503 Foundations in Curriculum 3 EDSP 505 Introduction to Exceptional Learners 3 EDSP 511 Behavior Management in Special Education Environments 3 EDSP 513 Advanced Study in Learning Disabilities 3 EDTC 549 Educational Media and Technology OR EDTC 559 Leading & Learning with Technology 3 EDSP 515 Advanced Study of Developmental Disabilities 3 RDG 575 Literacy Assessment OR EDU 550 Assessment Issues for Educational Leaders 3 EDU 586 Action Research Project D e s i g n e d f o r Professionals who seek to expand their knowledge of special education programs and practices. Classes are available online, face-to-face, and hybrid model to accommodate the working professional. Y o u r f u t u r e Teacher leadership in the field of special education; special education administration. Concentration Area Advisor... Dr. Diane Taylor dtaylor@tarleton.edu 14 * Effective Fall 2012

16 Technology Applications 21st Century Learners need 21st Century Learning Environments! The 30 hour* Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree includes a combination of face-to-face, online, and hybrid coursework. 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDTC 570 Internship/Service Learning Capstone 3 EDTC 549 Educational Media & Technology 3 EDTC 550 Web 2.0 for Interactive Learning 3 EDTC 551 Multimedia and Video for K-12 Learning 3 EDTC 538 Instructional Design 3 EDTC 558 Mapping Games to Learning Outcomes 3 EDTC 559 Leading and Learning with Technology D e s i g n e d f o r Designed for professions seeking expertise in effective, research-based use of technology to engage learners in critical thinking, problem-solving, and global collaborations. Y o u r f u t u r e Become an instructional leader with expertise in research-based instructional practices that integrate technology to increase student achievement. Concentration Area Advisor... Dr. Paige Worrell worrell@tarleton.edu 15 * Effective Fall 2012

17 Technology Director The 30 hour* Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree includes a combination of face-to-face, online, and hybrid coursework. 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDTC 570 Internship/Service Learning Capstone 3 EDTC 559 Leading and Learning with Technology 3 EDTC 538 Instructional Design 3 EDTC 549 Educational Media &Technology 3 CIS 511 Managing Information Systems 3 CIS 566 Project Management 3 hours from EDTC 553 or CIS 504, 576, 516 D e s i g n e d f o r Designed for professionals seeking expertise in effective, research-based management of technology resources for district communications and all instructional needs. Classes are available online, face-to-face, and hybrid model to accommodate the working professional. Y o u r f u t u r e Technology Directors provide teachers and staff training in research-based instructional practices to increase student achievement, while managing the technology resources of the district. Concentration Area Advisor... Dr. Paige Worrell worrell@tarleton.edu 16 * Effective Fall 2012

18 Graduate Certification Only Programs 17 * Effective Fall 2012

19 Master Reading Teacher Certification only: 9 hours 3 RDG 573 Foundations of Reading 3 RDG 575 Literacy Assessment 3 PSY 590 Advanced Psycholinguistics 2 Modules: Coaching and Mentoring Second Language Learner D e s i g n e d f o r Professionals who seek expertise in reading. Classes are available online, face-to-face, and hybrid model to accommodate the working professional. Y o u r f u t u r e Reading Specialists work collaboratively with classroom teachers/master Reading Teachers to plan and deliver instruction to meet the needs of individuals with reading difficulties. Concentration Area Advisor... Dr. Rebecca Miller rmiller@tarleton.edu 18 * Effective Fall 2012

20 Tarleton Model for Accelerated Teacher Education (TMATE) Programs Certification Only And Master s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction 19 * Effective Fall 2012

21 Tarleton Model for Accelerated Teacher Education TMATE The TMATE year long Texas Teaching certification program is a collaborative effort consisting of graduate coursework competed at Tarleton State University and teaching in area school districts. All TMATE interns are accepted into the Curriculum and Instruction master s degree in education program. After certification requirements are completed, TMATE interns may complete the master of education degree in curriculum and instruction degree requirements. Texas teaching certification options include: EC-6 Generalist (ESL and Bilingual) 4-8 Generalist 4-8 Content areas 8-12 Content areas EC 12 Special Education, Art, Theater, or Languages D e s i g n e d f o r Adults with a bachelor s degree who seek to change careers and become teaching professionals. Y o u r f u t u r e TMATE interns are teachers of record in area schools during the first year of the program and continue in the profession provided they satisfactorily complete the TMATE and state requirements. Additional opportunities are open to those who complete the master s degree. Contact advisor... Southwest Metroplex TMATE Dr. Randal Ford rford@tarleton.edu Killeen TMATE Dr. Janis Parham jparham@tarleton.edu 20 * Effective Fall 2012

22 TMATE Certification and Degree Programs Elementary Education - TMATE Certification only 3 EDU 511 Methods of Effective Teaching 3 EDU 514 Creating & Managing the Learning Environment 3 RDG 570 Literacy Development 6 EDU 599 Internship in Teaching Additional coursework to complete degree 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDU 586 Action Research Project 3 EDU 545 Advanced Instructional Strategies 3 RDG 575 Literacy Assessment 3 EDTC 549 Educational Media and Technology OR EDTC 559 Leading & Learning with Technology Secondary Education A - TMATE Certification Only 3 EDU 511 Methods of Effective Teaching 3 EDU 514 Creating & Managing the Learning Environment 3 RDG 570 Literacy Development 6 EDU 599 Internship in Teaching Additional coursework to complete degree 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDU 586 Action Research Project 9 hours from: 3 EDU 507 Adult Learner 3 EDU 545 Advanced Instructional Strategies 3 EDU 550 Assessment Issues for Education Leaders 3 EDTC 553 Designing Online Learning Environments 3 EDTC 554 Teaching in Online Learning Environments 3 EDTC 549 Educational Media and Technology OR EDTC 559 Leading & Learning with Technology 21 * Effective Fall 2012

23 Secondary Education B - TMATE Certification only 3 EDU 511 Methods of Effective Teaching 3 EDU 514 Creating & Managing the Learning Environment 3 RDG 570 Literacy Development 6 EDU 599 Internship in Teaching Additional coursework to complete degree 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDU 586 Action Research Project 9* Hours Graduate Content Area Courses * Note college level teaching in a content area typically requires 18 graduate hours in the subject taught. Special Education - TMATE Certification only 3 EDU 511 Methods of Effective Teaching 3 EDSP 505 Introduction to Exceptional Learners 3 EDSP 511 Behavior Management in Special Education Environments 3 RDG 570 Literacy Development 6 EDSP 597 Internship in Special Education Teaching Additional coursework to complete degree 3 EDU 503 Foundations of Curriculum 3 EDU 586 Action Research Project 3 RDG 575 Literacy Assessment 3 EDU 545 Advanced Instructional Strategies OR EDTC 549 Educational Media and Technology OR EDTC 559 Leading & Learning with Technology 22 * Effective Fall 2012