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Master of Science in Education (M.S. Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction (33 credits)
The M.S. Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction (33 credit hours) meets New York State Education Department (NYSED) standards for the integration of content and pedagogy and can be completed at SUNY Plattsburgh's Main Campus in Plattsburgh or the Branch Campus at the Adirondack Community College (ACC) in Queensbury, NY.
Most certification subject areas*** are represented in three, four-credit Integrated Studies Courses (INT) that incorporate pedagogy in projects that are content specific. Advanced skills are offered in the application of technology to classroom instruction. Well equipped computer labs are used where students design websites and actually practice using instructional technology to facilitate learning. Electives are available for students seeking to improve professional skills in many areas such as Literacy, Counseling, and Educational Leadership.
***If you have certification in Childhood 1-6, Music, Visual Arts, Biology, Chemistry 7-12, Earth Science 7-12, English 7-12, French 7-12, Mathematics 7-12, Physics 7-12, Social Studies 7-12, or Spanish 7-12, you will be eligible for certification upon successful completion of the program through the TEACH Approved Pathway.
If you have an initial/provisional certification in other areas (e.g., physical education, health education, technology), you may apply for the Spring 2010 Semester, but will have to apply for permanent/professional certification through the Individual Pathway on the TEACH website (individuals in these certification areas should consult with their Regional Certification Officer or the State Education Department to determine whether or not additional courses in their title area will be required for permanent/professional certification). Additional content area coursework is required through the Individual Pathway.
SUNY Plattsburgh will not be accepting applications for the Summer or Fall of 2010 for initial/provisional certification in these other areas (e.g., physical education, health education, technology).
Our Curriculum and Instruction Master Allows You To...
- Benefit from Integrated Studies
- Use Advanced Technology
- Choose Electives in Your Areas of Interest
- Complete Academic Courses in the Afternoon, Evenings, or Summer
- Complete the Program at SUNY Plattsburgh's Main or Branch Campus
Earn Your M.S.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction at the Branch Campus
The M.S. Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction is also offered at SUNY Plattsburgh's Branch Campus at the Adirondack Community College (ACC) in Queensbury. Learn more about the branch campus program.
Program Requirements
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- View course curriculum and instruction (EDU) descriptions
Admission Requirements and Interview Dates
The application deadline for Fall matriculation is February 15th and for Spring admission, October 15th. Because an Interview Day has been initiated for this graduate program, late applications are NOT accepted.
Interviews Dates: Interviews for spring 2010 admission will be held on November 13 and 14.
Admission to SUNY Plattsburgh is granted without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or handicap.
To get an Application for Graduate Study, contact the Graduate Admissions Office at (800)-723-9515 or graduate@plattsburgh.edu. Include the materials required in the list below and send them to the Graduate Admissions Office with your completed Application for Graduate Study, on or before the deadline.
- Evidence of a 2.5 undergraduate G.P.A. (as shown on your undergraduate transcript).
- Three letters of recommendation (at least two must be from a professor or academic advisor if you are currently taking graduate courses or if you have taken undergraduate or graduate courses within the last three years) that address your ability to take part in a graduate program in education.
- A Statement of Purpose indicating why you want to enter this specific program.
- Evidence of superior achievement in courses most closely aligned with your teaching and/or certification area.
- Appropriate preparation at the baccalaureate level.
- A copy of your Teaching Certificate at the elementary and/or secondary level OR a written explanation indicating how all NYSED requirements (including NYSTCE exams) for such a certificate will be completed prior to matriculation into this M.S. Education program. You cannot be admitted into the program until you submit passing scores on all NYSTCE exams.
- Attendance at an on-campus interview, if invited.
Graduation Requirements
Candidates must complete a capstone project in INT503 and a portfolio. The capstone project is in the area of content study and requires the candidate to integrate research and pedagogy. The portfolio begins in the introductory course, INT 501, continues through the program, and ends as one component of the capstone evaluation.
Questions, Comments, Information?
For information about the Curriculum and Instruction at SUNY Plattsburgh, please contact:
Heidi Schnackenberg, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Teacher Education Unit
Program Area Coordinator, M.S.Ed. Graduate Programs
Office Location: Sibley Hall 309
Phone: (518) 564-5143
Fax: (518) 564-2149
E-mail: heidi.schnackenberg@plattsburgh.edu
David Iasevoli, Ed.D.
Assistant Professor, Teacher Education Unit
Branch Campus M.S.Ed. Graduate Programs
Office Location:
J. Buckley Bryan, Jr., Regional Higher Education Center
Adirondack Community College (ACC)
640 Bay Road
Queensbury, NY 12804
Phone: (518) 792-5425
Fax: (518) 792-3868
E-mail: diase001@plattsburgh.edu
Bethanne DelGaudio, M.A.
Director of Graduate Advising and Teacher Certification
Office Location: Sibley 302A
Phone: (518) 564-2124
Fax: (518) 564-2149
E-mail: bethanne.delgaudio@plattsburgh.edu
Jennifer Clancy
Secretary
Phone: (518) 564-5149
E-mail: jclan001@plattsburgh.edu