MEd Advanced Studies in Science K–12
Upcoming Infosession
- Register: Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning Virtual Information Session — 4/20/2023, 5:00pm - 6:00pm — Zoom
Join us to learn about the ASTL M.Ed. program for practicing educators. Program faculty will be on hand to answer your questions! Application fee will be waived for those who attend the session on April 20. This is a limited special offer for this information session only!- Register: Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning Virtual Information Session — 5/16/2023, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
- Register: Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning Virtual Information Session — 6/22/2023, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
- Register: Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning Virtual Information Session — 7/11/2023, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
- Register: Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning — 8/1/2023, 6:00pm - 7:00pm — Virtual
Mason’s Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning (ASTL) K–12 science concentration provides advanced professional development for practicing elementary, middle, or high school science teachers.
Our program develops teacher-leaders who practice critical reflection through inquiry and problem-posing. Building content expertise further prepares teachers to become science education leaders.
Core Courses (12 credits)
- EDUC 606: Education and Culture (3 credits)
- EDUC 612: Inquiry into Practice (2 credits)
- EDUC 613: How Students Learn (3 credits)
- EDUC 614: Designing and Assessing Teaching and Learning (2 credits)
- EDUC 615: Educational Change (2 credits)
Concentration Courses (12 credits)
- EDCI 663: Research in Science Teaching (3 credits)
- EDCI 670: Advanced Methods in Science Teaching (3 credits)
- EDCI 671: Innovations in Science Teaching (3 credits)
- EDUC 547: Scientific Inquiry and the Nature of Science (3 credits)
Elective Courses (6 credits)
Up to 6 credits in graduate science course work may be applied to the ASTL Science K-12 concentration with advisor approval..
- EDCI 630: Supporting English Learners in PK-12 Schools (3 credits)
- EDCI 660: Integrated STEM Teaching (3 credits)
- EDUC 608: Teacher Leadership for Professional Learning (3 credits)
Total: 30 credits
Program Exit Requirement
Professional Development Portfolio: A performance-based assessment that provides concrete evidence of teacher professional development throughout the ASTL program. Students finalize and present their portfolios in their final spring semester.