Chair

Diane E. Beals

Graduate Program Advisor

The School of Education provides academic programs for qualified individuals seeking Oklahoma certification or the following degree programs through the Graduate School:

•   Master of Arts with specializations in elementary education, secondary education, and research & evaluation.

•   Master of Teaching Arts in art, biology, English, history, and  mathematics.

•   Master of Science in Mathematics and Science Education

Graduate students may pursue Oklahoma certification as part of a degree program or as an independent certification-only plan. All programs are designed to meet the needs of both full- and part-time students. Six credit hours of transfer credit may be accepted. Students seeking teacher certification must meet all requirements for admission to the teacher education program.

NOTE: Changes in state laws and regulations can result in changes in licensure/certification requirements.

Master’s Programs

Admission. Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree and satisfy the general admission requirements of the Graduate School. A minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 and a minimum combined score of 1,000 on the GRE verbal and quantitative or analytical sections normally are required for admission. Students who do not meet these standards may be considered for conditional or probationary admission. Students seeking admission should consult the designated program advisor in Education to determine deficiencies, courses, and time-frames. Programs must receive approval of the advisor and the Graduate Dean.

Master of Arts

The 30-credit-hours M.A. degree program consists of a required core and an area of specialization. A program of study is planned with a designated advisor. Fifteen (15) credit hours are selected from the following professional core:

Educ 7003, Philosophy of Education

Educ 7123, Child and Adolescent Growth and Development, or course in applied   psychology approved by advisor

Educ 7153, Techniques of Research and Evaluation

Educ 7163, Psychometric Theory and Practice, or Educ 7183, Statistical Methods for Research I

Educ 7973, Seminar: Applied Research in Education

Areas of Specialization

Research and Evaluation. The specialization in Research and Evaluation is designed to prepare graduates for entry level positions in educational research and evaluation or to pursue doctoral study in education research and evaluation.

Elementary Education. The M.A. degree program with specialization in elementary education is planned with a program advisor. Courses are selected from an approved list and are designed to enhance the teacher’s expertise. Specialized elementary courses at the undergraduate level may be taken for graduate credit with the approval of the graduate dean and the advisor. These courses are listed in this section under the heading "Approved Undergraduate Courses."

Certification as an elementary school teacher may be planned as a part of an M.A. degree program or as a certification only program for individuals holding a master's degree. Certification requirements include appropriate course work in professional education, an academic discipline, and elementary education. Both undergraduate and graduate courses apply toward certification only. See an elementary education advisor for specific requirements.

Secondary Education. The M.A. degree program with a specialization in secondary education is planned with a program advisor. Graduate study may include both professional education and a teaching field. Certification as a secondary school teacher may be planned as a part of the degree program.

Master of Teaching Arts

The M.T.A. is a 36-credit-hour degree program that provides the K-12 and secondary school teacher the opportunity to do graduate study in 18 credit hours of professional education and 18 credit hours in a teaching field. The approved teaching fields are art, English, history, biology, and mathematics.   The 18 credit hours in professional education include 12 credit hours from the following core:

Educ 7003, Philosophy of Education

Educ 7123, Child and Adolescent Growth and Development, or a course in applied psychology approved by an advisor.

Educ 7153, Techniques of Research and Evaluation

Educ 7163, Psychometric Theory and Practice or Educ 7183, Statistical Methods for Research I

The M.T.A. is a cooperative program between the student's subject matter discipline and professional education. Students are jointly advised by a subject matter advisor and a professional education advisor.

Master of Science in Mathematics and Science Education

The Graduate School offers an interdisciplinary program leading to a Master of Science in Mathematics and Science Education.  The program is designed to provide a solid background in mathematics and science principles and their presentation in the classroom.  The program emphasizes the role of technology in course delivery.  The program is intended for teachers who are certified or for teachers completing secondary level alternative certification requirements.  It includes a core of technology and research courses and electives to be selected based on the student’s interests and background.  Students must complete a total of 30 credit hours for the degree.   The total includes 12 credit hours of core courses as follows:

                Educational Research ……………………………………………………..6 hours

                                EDUC 7153  Techniques of Research and Evaluation

                                EDUC 7973  Seminar: Applied Research

                Technology…………………………………………………………………6 hours

                                MSE 7043  Classroom Computer Applications

                                MSE 7053  Instructional Design and Curriculum Integration

     In addition, depending on whether the students are seeking to teach in the elementary, middle, or high school, they will complete an additonal 18 credit hours of level-appropriate course work selected from mathematics/science courses or courses with MSE prefixes.

Professional Education (EDUC)

7003

Philosophy of Education

Selected contemporary problems in education as they relate to the philosophies of idealism, realism, pragmatism, behaviorism, and existentialism. Emphasis upon developing a better understanding of education in all of its ramifications.

7033

Fundamentals of Curriculum Development

Analysis of the selection and organization of subject matter, patterns of curriculum organization, and revision of curriculum in elementary and secondary schools.

7043

Introduction to Educational Technology

Survey of educational computing topics including functional hardware components, history of computing in education, trends and issues in educational technology, ethics, problem-solving with algorithms and heuristics, and evolving roles of teachers for the 21st ­century.

7053

Instructional Design and Curriculum Integration

Learning/instructional design, teaching strategies using technology and supervised final project. Approved project requires the participant to prepare an instructional component for relevant subject matter using computer capabilities based on sound instructional design principles. Students demonstrate competence in achieving congruence among learning objectives, teaching strategies including computer capabilities, and evaluation of student performance. Final projects are formally presented to teachers at local/state/regional professional meetings.

7103

Advanced Educational Psychology

A survey of educational psychology with emphasis upon the development of behavior, intelligence, learning, and problems of adjustment.

7123

Child and Adolescent Growth and Development

An overview of development of children and adolescents from a constructivist view.  A basic premise of the course is that children construct their own knowledge through interaction with their physical and social world.  Examines issues of cognitive, linguistic, social, and moral development through the lenses of different cultures.

7133

Legal Aspects Education

Considers litigation involving constitutional, statutory, administrative, and case law within the school context.

7153

Techniques of Research and Evaluation

Studies of the nature and functions of research and evaluation featuring characteristics of the most common types of investigation. Includes the study of operationalism, hypothesis formulation and testing, experimental and quasi-experimental design, data collection, theory development and verification, and applications of basic data analytic techniques.

7163

Psychometric Theory and Practice

Examines the theory of measurement as applied to development, use and interpretation of tests and inventories. Norm-referenced and criterion-referenced construction, interpretation, and assessment strategies including their use in evaluation.

7183

Statistical Methods for Research I

Study of descriptive statistics, probability, sampling theory, parameter estimation, and hypothesis testing. Investigation of chi-square, simple analysis of variance, t-test, bivariate correlation and regression techniques.

7263

Elementary School Language Arts Curriculum and Instruction

The nature and functioning of language, to develop skills based upon research in language arts, and to make application of major theoretical principles to the language arts curriculum in the elementary school.

7283

Statistical Methods for Research II

Extension of Educ 7183 including analysis of variance, multiple regression, multiple and partial correlation, analysis of covariance and some nonparametric methods. Prerequisite: completion of one elementary statistics class.

7303

The Gifted, Talented, and Creative

Study of the developmental patterns, characteristics, and needs of the gifted, talented, and creative with emphasis on identification. Includes an overview of the history, current issues, and status of the field.

7313

Curriculum Implementation for the Gifted

Emphasizes the steps in differentiated program planning and curriculum implementation for the gifted through a combination of class work and field experience.

7323

Intervention Strategies for the Gifted

Designed to acquaint students with a variety of intervention models and strategies for the gifted and to familiarize them with journal articles, literature, and research in education and guidance of the gifted.

7383

Multivariate Methods for Research

Considers theoretical, computational, and interpretative issues of multivariate techniques using computer solutions. Topics include multiple analysis of variance (MANOVA) and covariance (MANCOVA), factor analysis, multiple discriminant analysis, regression, canonical correlation and other commonly encountered multivariate techniques. Prerequisite: completion of one or two statistics classes including ANOVA and multiple regression.

7413

Early Childhood Theory and Practice

An overview of past and present trends in early childhood education, research on theory and practice, and evaluation of various program models. Emphasis given to program development in multicultural settings.

7423

Early Childhood Curriculum and Materials

Explores curriculum development and materials selection for exemplary early childhood programs which may be implemented in a variety of settings.

7473-9 (3-9 hours)

Internship in Teaching

Classroom teaching experience in area schools at early childhood, elementary, middle, or secondary levels as appropriate. Extensive preparation and revision of instructional plans and assessment materials is expected. Full-time assignment (30 hours per week) for one semester is required for nine hours credit with credit for part-time assignments prorated.

7513

Principles and Administration of Guidance

A basic guidance and counseling course emphasizing a systems and developmental approach to guidance and counseling for school age children and youth.

7523

Career Counseling and Guidance

Conceptual and functional tools for enhancing career development of children, youths, and adults.

7533

Group Procedures

Experimental course emphasizing the use of groups as a medium for self-learning, facilitation of self-awareness, and analysis of interpersonal phenomena. Readings and discussion in the areas of group functions, group processes, leadership styles and interventions, membership in groups, and current research in group guidance supplement the student's experiential learning.

7543

Developmental Guidance

Conceptual models and specific applications of elementary school and secondary school developmental guidance for both the counselor and the classroom.

7553

Theories and Techniques of Counseling

Current theories of counseling which have potential application in school and mental health environments. Provides the counselor trainee an extensive repertoire of counseling skills. Requires extensive participation in laboratory micro-counseling activities.

7563

Intervention Strategies

Discussion and application of current intervention strategies for the variety of needs of the elementary school and secondary school pupil. Selected remedial, preventive, and developmental strategies are examined.

7583

School Counselor Internship

Field experiences in a school setting under the supervision of a certified school counselor and a university staff member. Students are expected to provide video/audio tape recordings, critiques, and case reports of interviews with clients and parents. Prerequisites: Educ 7533, 7553, and instructor permission.

7912-3 (2-3 hours)

Research and Paper

A non-thesis option requiring an approved research project and formal paper/presentation.  Graded on a pass/fail system.

7961

Residency

7971-3 (1-3 hours)

Seminar

7981-5 (1-5 hours)

Research and Thesis

7991-5 (1-5 hours)

Independent Study

Mathematics/Science Education (MSE)

7013-4 (3-4 hours)

Contemporary Physical Science

Current problems in chemistry, utilizing hands-on activities.

7043

Classroom Computer Applications

Enables teachers to effectively use educational technology in the classroom. Topics include software evaluation, curriculum integration, simulation and modeling, multimedia applications, integrated applications, telecommunication and networking, and using information management systems.

7113-4 (3-4 hours)

Earth’s Physical Environment

Major issues in earth science.

7123-4 (3-4 hours)

Concepts and Applications in Physics

Topics in Mechanics, light and sound appropriate for the elementary classroom.

7133-4 (3-4 hours)

Concepts and Applications in Biology

Environmental or cellular biology appropriate for the elementary classroom.

7143-4 (3-4 hours)

Concepts and Applications in Chemistry

Topics in atoms, molecules, chemical properties and reactivity appropriate for the elementary classroom

7153-4 (3-4 hours)

Concepts and Applications in Mathematics

Advanced topics in analysis, statistics, or discrete mathematics appropriate for the elementary classroom.

7163-4 (3-4 hours)

Concepts and Applications in Astronomy

Focuses on sun, moon, planets, eclipses, solar system, meteors, comets, stars, galaxies and big bang, based on the students’ background and teaching interests.

7213

Technology Project

Project involving application of technology to curriculum implementation. Project will be developed in consultation with instructor and address a curriculum area appropriate for the student.

7283

Statistical Methods for Research II

Extension of EDUC 7183 including analysis of variance, multiple regression, multiple and partial correlation, analysis of covariance and some nonparametric methods. Prerequisite: completion of one elementary statistics class.

7383

Multivariate Methods for Research

Considers theoretical, computational, and interpretative issues of multivariate techniques using computer solutions. Topics include multiple analysis of variance (MANOVA) and covariance (MANCOVA), factor analysis, multiple discriminant analysis, regression, canonical correlation and other commonly encountered multivariate techniques. Prerequisite: completion of one or two statistics classes including ANOVA and multiple regressions.

7831-3 (1-3 hours)

Special Topics in Mathematics and Science

7973

Seminar: Problems in Modern Science and Mathematics

Discussion of major contemporary issues in science and mathematics as they pertain to the classroom.

7991-3 (1-3 hours)

Independent Study

Reading (READ)

7653

Methods of Teaching Reading in the Elementary School

Methods and materials used in teaching the developmental reading program in the elementary school, including reading readiness and emerging literacy in kindergarten and primary grades. Designed for the classroom teacher.

7663

Methods of Teaching Reading in the Secondary School

Methods and techniques for continuing the developmental reading program in the middle and secondary schools. Emphasis on reading in the various content areas.

7733

Theory of Diagnostic and Remedial Techniques in Reading

Fundamental theory underlying diagnostic and remedial procedures in reading.

7831-2 (1-2 hours)

Field Experience in Clinical Reading

Field experiences provided in the public schools under the direction of a reading clinician.

Approved Undergraduate Courses

The following undergraduate courses may be taken for graduate credit with approval of the program advisor. A student enrolling in these courses will complete assignments in addition to those completed by the undergraduate students in the courses.

Language (LANG)

6003

Methods of Teaching Languages

Theory and practice of teaching second languages. Focus on Communicative Language Teaching grades K-12. Required for teaching licensure in foreign languages. Prerequisites: sufficient proficiency in the target language to teach practice lessons, normally attained through at least one 4000-level course, or equivalent.

Education (EDUC)

6103

Children’s Literature

A survey of children’s literature, including award winning literature in various genres. Emphasis on literature appropriate for culturally diverse classrooms.

6123

Literacy Assessment and Intervention

Emphasizes remedial reading, including diagnosis and assessment of reading problems and selection of teaching strategies for remedial reading in the classroom. Practicum includes application of course content with at-risk readers. Includes field experiences in culturally diverse settings.

6133

Creative Arts for Elementary Children

Fundamentals of art methods, art history, and philosophy to enable the elementary teacher to build a broad, diversified program of art experiences related to the basic content areas.

6143

Social Studies for Elementary Children

Materials, activities, and strategies for teaching social studies concepts in grades one through six. Application of course content in field experiences with unit and lesson planning. Interdisciplinary curriculum planning, multicultural education, and educational technology applications.

6303

Writing and Language Development for Elementary Children

How children learn to communicate through speaking, listening, writing, and reading. Includes mechanics and nature of writing, the process approach, modes of writing, and role of computers and technology in writing in the elementary classroom. Field experiences in culturally diverse settings.

6313

Reading for Elementary Children

Curriculum objectives, methods, and materials for teaching and development of reading skills in relation to children's language and thinking abilities. Emphasis on theories, skill development, and application of the reading process. Field experiences in culturally diverse settings.

6333

Child and Adolescent Development and Learning

Examines views of childhood, development, and education using historical, psychological, sociological, and anthropological perspectives. Focuses not only on Western views of childhood, but also other cultures' views of childhood and adolescent development, and variations in life-span experiences both within American culture and across other cultures.

6343

Measurement and Evaluation

Theory and practice of assessment and evaluation including standardized tests and teacher-made tests. Includes alternative assessment techniques and applications of educational technology.

6403

Education of the Exceptional Child

The educational implications of exceptional children and youths as they relate to regular educators and the normal educational environment. Understanding the psychological, sociological, educational, and philosophical aspects of each type of exceptionality is emphasized. Observation of educational services being provided by certified professionals is required.

6423

Science for Elementary Children

Understanding and developing positive attitudes toward science. Teaching scientific concepts using inquiry-based, concrete activities in the biological and physical sciences. Interdisciplinary curriculum planning and educational technology applications. Field experiences in culturally diverse settings.

6433

Mathematics for Elementary Children

Quantitative thinking, problem-solving, applied mathematics, and positive attitudes toward mathematics for learners in kindergarten through the intermediate grades using inquiry-based concrete activities. Interdisciplinary curriculum planning and educational technology applications. Field experiences in culturally diverse settings.

6514

Teaching Methods for Middle and Secondary Schools

Combines general and specialized methods for middle school/junior high school and senior high school teachers. Includes planning instruction, instructional strategies, classroom management, integrating educational technology, and teaching reading and writing in subject areas. Includes 40 clock hours of field experience at two different levels. Prerequisite: Educ 3713 and admission to the Teacher Education Program.

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