Master of Education Program Overview - UW Tacoma

MASTER OF

EDUCATION

Offered by the School of Education

THE SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONTHE MASTER OF EDUCATION (MEd) DEGREE is organized under the umbrella of the School of Education at UW Tacoma. Within that framework, prospective teachers may earn a residency certificate. Prospective principals and program administrators may also earn a residency certificate.

For practicing teachers we offer a M.Ed with study options including Curriculum and Instruction, Student Academic and Social Success (SASS), Special Education and Teaching English Language Learners (TELL). We have a special advisory process to help teachers become highly qualified, earning new endorsements.

Programs vary in length, focus and requirements. Some are part-time and some are full-time. Upon acceptance, all students are assigned an advisor to find the most reasonable and efficient means of reaching their desired goal.

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The Master of Education Program with a focus on K-8 Teacher Education features an introduction to teaching in all areas of the elementary and middle school curriculum, preparation for non-curricular aspects of the teacher’s role, reflection on contemporary issues in education and frequent supervision.

Mentor teachers and university faculty work together to provide students with a program that ensures integration of course content with hands-on experience. Student candidates will begin their Autumn Quarter Clinical Practice the first day of public schools, or earlier to attend building orientations or professional development days. Please note you may need to start your Clinical Practice as early as mid to late August. Students earn certification in K-8 Elementary Education with a Special Education or English Language Learners (ELL) endorsement.

Admitted students progress as a cohort community through five quarters of full-time (mostly day) study beginning in Summer Quarter. Upon completion of all certification requirements, students may be recommended to the state for a teaching certificate. The second year is a part-time evening course of study that is conducive to a working teacher’s schedule. Upon completion of these courses, you will earn a master of education degree.

This program is based on the most current educational research and theory. Our goal is to ensure that our graduates have a positive impact on student learning. Upon successful completion of all program requirements, students will earn a master of education degree and a Washington State Residency Teaching Certificate.

MEd K–8 TEACHER CERTIFICATIONWITH SPECIAL EDUCATION or ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS

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The application process is completed entirely online within the UW Graduate school application. Applications will not be considered until all materials have been received.

COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION Start your application online at: tacoma.uw.edu/education

Read and follow all instructions carefully. When you arrive at the pull-down menu of Graduate Programs, choose “Education - Tacoma (MEd Elementary Education).”

SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING ONLINE WITHIN THE APPLICATION

n UW Graduate School application

n One unofficial transcript from every college attended

n Completed Prerequisite Worksheet

n Program Selection Document

n Personal goal statement

n Résumé

n Two letters of recommendation (you will identify recommenders within the online application)

n Documentation of Classroom Experience form

n WEST-B scores (or state-approved alternative)

HOW TO APPLY

SUMMER QUARTER PRIORITY DATE: Third Friday in February

Because the program of study must be completed in sequence, Teacher Certification admits students for Summer Quarter only.

Complete applications received by the application date will be assured of a review; complete applications received after the priority application date will be reviewed on a space-available basis.

Remember, several items are required to complete your application. Your application will not be reviewed for admission until all materials have been received.

If you have questions, please contact the UW Tacoma School of Education.

Application materials are available on our website at: tacoma.uw.edu/education

APPLICATION DEADLINE

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The Master of Education program with a focus on Secondary Science or Mathematics Education partners with local schools to prepare future teachers to help students in middle and high school gain knowledge and success. The preparation of secondary teachers in science or mathematics education addresses among the most significant gaps in the teacher corps today.

The Secondary Teacher Certification program begins in Summer Quarter only. It is four quarters of full-time (mostly evening) study and Clinical Practice (or approximately two years of part-time study) for the certificate only. The second year is a part-time evening course of

study that is conducive to a working teacher’s schedule. Upon completion of these courses, you will earn a master of education degree.

This program is based on the most current educational research and theory. Our goal is to ensure that our graduates have a positive impact on student learning. Upon successful completion of all program requirements, students will earn a master of education degree and a Washington State Residency Certificate with an endorsement in Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science, Physics, Science or Mathematics for grades 5-12.

MEd SECONDARY EDUCATIONIN SCIENCE or MATHEMATICS



Read and follow all instructions carefully. When you arrive at the pull-down menu of Graduate Programs, choose “Education - Tacoma (MEd Secondary Education).”




n Completed Prerequisite Worksheet

n Program Selection Document


n Résumé

n Two letters of recommendation (you will identify recommenders within the online application)

n Documentation of Classroom Experience form

n WEST-B scores (or state-approved alternative)

n WEST-E or NES scores in content area

HOW TO APPLY

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SUMMER QUARTER PRIORITY DATE: Third Friday in February

Because the program of study must be completed in sequence, Teacher Certification admits students for Summer Quarter only.






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This degree program is designed to build upon the skills, knowledge and commitment of practicing educators. The focus is on K-12 teachers and their continuing professional development. Underlying is a vision of the teacher as one who is broadly educated and continuing to learn, skilled and committed to the craft of teaching and entrusted to nurture the greatest human potential in every learner.

The program is designed as a part-time program of study. Generally, the core and study option courses are completed in the first year; students complete their elective courses and culminating experience the second year. To meet the needs of students who are employed during the weekday, most courses follow an evening schedule.

2. STUDY OPTIONS provide focused study in one specialized area of education. You must select one study option and complete required courses:

n Curriculum and Instruction

n Special Education

n Student Academic and Social Success (SASS)

n Teaching English Language Learners (TELL)

3. EDUCATION ELECTIVES provide an opportunity to explore areas of individual interest. Courses must be selected from offerings within the M.Ed program and in consultation with an advisor. Note that there are several study options that do not include an education elective component.

4. A CULMINATING EXPERIENCE allows you to gain more applied knowledge of the field, and synthesize prior learning. The Culminating Experience for the Special Education study option requires a full-time, daytime practicum during Spring Quarter.

MASTER OF EDUCATIONFOR PRACTICING EDUCATORS

NOTE: A passing score on the WEST-E exam is required for all students wishing to add an endorsement to their teaching certificates. For more information on the WEST-E exam, go to www.west.nesinc.com

1. CORE COURSES provide the back-ground, perspectives and resources necessary for in-depth work in an area of specialization. They prepare you to understand the basics of theory and research in education. All students are required to complete a total of 12 quarter credits:

TEDUC 501 Foundations of Education (3)

TEDUC 502 Learning about Learning (3)

TEDUC 503 Educational Measurement (3)

TEDUC 504 Understanding Educational Research (3)(Prereq: TEDUC 503)

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS



Read and follow all instructions carefully. When you arrive at the pull-down menu of Graduate Programs, choose “Education - Tacoma (MEd General for Practicing Educators).”





n Personal data form

n Two letters of recommendation (You will identify recommenders within the online application)

n Copy of valid Teaching Certificate

AUTUMN QUARTER PRIORITY DATE: July 15

SUMMER QUARTER PRIORITY DATE: April 15





HOW TO APPLY


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The program is a full-time course of study for potential school leaders. Admitted students progress as a cohort through four quarters of full-time study and internship beginning in Summer Quarter. Upon successful completion of all certificate requirements, students will earn a Residency Principal or Program Administrator Certificate. For those who do not hold a master’s degree, there are an additional 12 credits (four courses) required.

Leadership, management and instruction are three distinct components that are emphasized in each of the four quarters. Coursework is taught in synchrony with the school’s administrative calendar. The curriculum is grounded in best practices as determined by theory and research.



Read and follow all instructions carefully. When you arrive at the pull-down menu of Graduate Programs, choose “Education - Tacoma (MEd Educational Administration).”




n Professional résumé


n Internship – Proposed Plan

n Three letters of recommendation (You will identify recommenders within the online application)

n Copy of valid Teaching or ESA Certificate

n Prerequisite Experience Form

EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATOR

SUMMER QUARTER PRIORITY DATE: December 1

Because the program of study must be completed in sequence, Educational Administration admits students for Summer Quarter only.





HOW TO APPLY APPLICATION DEADLINE

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B R I A N M C A L I S T E R Interim Director, Professor; Education; Ph.D., University of Illinois, 1992

J U L I A A G U I R R E Associate Professor; Education; Ph.D., University of California Berkeley, 2002

K AT H L E E N M . B E A U D O I N Associate Professor; Special Education; Ph.D., University of British Columbia, 1999

G R E G O R Y J . B E N N E R Professor; Special Education/ Emotional and Behavioral Disorders; Ph.D., University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2003

L A U R A L . F E U E R B O R N Associate Professor; School Psychology; Ph.D., University of Oregon, 2004

D I A N E K I N D E R Professor; Elementary Education; Ph.D., University of Oregon, 1987

C H R I S T O P H E R B . K N A U S Professor; Educational Leadership and Policy Studies; Ph.D., University of Washington, 2002

R I C H A R D K . K N U T H Associate Professor Emeritus; Education Administration (secondary area in Business Administration); Ph.D., University of Washington, 1983

B E L I N D A Y. L O U I E Professor; Reading, Language Arts; Ph.D., University of Washington, 1991

G I N G E R L . M A C D O N A L D Professor; Counseling/Psychology; Ph.D., University of Washington, 1990

J O S É M . R I O S Associate Professor; Science Education/Zoology; Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, 1995

J A R E K S I E R S C H Y N S K I Assistant Professor; Learning Sciences; Ph.D., University of Washington, 2012

M A R C Y L . S T E I N Professor; Special Education/Learning Disabilities; Ph.D., University of Washington, 1988

E LY D . VA R G A S Faculty Coordinator; Teacher Certification Programs; M.A., Columbia University, 2004

M AT T H E W G . W E I N S T E I N Professor; Curriculum and Instruction; Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1995

EDUCATION

FACULTY

UW GRADUATE SCHOOLUniversity of Washington Campus Box 353770 G-1 Communications Building Seattle, WA 98195-3770

206-543-5900 grad.uw.edu

SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONUniversity of Washington Tacoma Campus Box 358435 1900 Commerce Street Tacoma, WA 98402-3100

INTERIM DIRECTOR Brian McAlister

PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR Cynthia Valerio

ADVISORS Megan Bentley-Moon Cynthia Valerio Carla Van Rossum

PROGRAM SUPPORT SUPERVISOR Donna Braboy

253-692-4430 [email protected] tacoma.uw.edu/education

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Commission on Colleges and Universities. Individual academic programs may have additional accreditations. The University of

Washington reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,

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accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at least 10 days in advance at 253-692-4522

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