Primary OF ARTS (MA) IN
Secondary Instruction (English Language Arts 6-12 Certification)

Online

Program Overview

Hone your skills every bit an English Language Arts educator and earn a degree from a university you trust without the hassle of commuting to campus.

  • Program Format

    Online

  • Credit Hours

    xxx

  • Tuition Per Hour

    $440

Your main'south, your schedule

Best Online Degree Programs - Graduate Education

Best Online Degree Programs - Veterans - Graduate Education

The online Master of Arts in Secondary Education for English Linguistic communication Arts certification was designed for busy, working professionals like you who take an interest in earning an advanced degree online from a reputable institution.

Through this degree program y'all will explore ways to create environments that stimulate and challenge students to be engaged in the agile processes of linguistic communication use and learning. You will cultivate your abilities as an English Linguistic communication Arts instructor by actively participating in enquiry-based opportunities to thoughtfully plan and implement, and and then critically evaluate and reflect on curriculum, instruction and assessment.

This plan is designed for teachers currently certified at the bachelor's level in Secondary Education English Language Arts who are seeking an advanced degree and master'southward-level certification. The program'southward coursework reflects standards from the National Council of Teachers of English language and the National Educational Technology Standards for Students and Teachers.

  • Application Deadline Applications accepted yr circular
  • Fees $10 College of Didactics graduate fee (per credit hour)
  • Accreditation National Council for Accreditation of Instructor Education (NCATE)
  • Required For Entrance Bachelor's-level teaching certificate
  • Other Program Specifics *Test scores are waived through Autumn 2022 semester applications

Curriculum

The MA in Secondary Instruction for English language Language Arts half dozen-12 Certification consists of thirty credit hours. Delight note that courses are subject to change.

Required Courses

  • BER 500 Introduction to Educational Research
  • Cat 531 Computer-Based Education
  • CSE 530 Mod Secondary School Programs
  • CSE 563 Improving English language Instruction

In improver to coursework, students must pass a comprehensive written examination prior to completion of the program.

Additional Requirements

  • Electives: 3-6 credit hours
  • Foundations: iii credit hours
  • Teaching Field: 12 credit hours
  • Special didactics survey course (if not previously completed)

Admission

To be considered for regular admission to the MA degree program, students must see the following requirements:

  • A available's caste from an accredited establishment
  • A valid available's level professional educator certificate in Secondary English Language Arts
  • An overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or a 3.0 average for the terminal sixty hours in a degree plan, or a iii.0 or higher in a completed graduate degree plan
  • Minimum score of 300 on the GRE or 50th percentile on the MAT*

*Test scores are waived through Fall 2022 semester applications.

A completed awarding package includes unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended, 3 letters of recommendation (one from principal/superintendent), a statement of purpose, official examination scores, and a Graduate School awarding.

Applications are accustomed each semester.

If you reside or intend to seek professional licensure outside of the state of Alabama, please review the requirements for that land prior to applying to this program.

Does this program require instructor certification in order to employ?

Aye, one must accept a valid teacher certification in order to employ for the program.

If I accept a caste and want to become teacher certified, can I apply for the plan?

No, this degree does not lead one to go teacher certified if they have a degree in an area other than education.

Do I need to have pedagogy experience before applying?

No, you tin can apply for this programme without having prior teaching experience.

You Tin can Do It

At The University of Alabama nosotros want to assistance you tell a legendary story, and that begins with a premier teaching and strong support. You tin can succeed at earning your caste from wherever y'all are. Want to know more? Let our graduates tell y'all their UA Online stories.

Send me info about this program.

Fill up out the course below to learn more.

All form fields are required unless otherwise noted.

Loading...

Student Spotlight

Inspiring stories of success from students and alumni.

Take a expect at some of our UA Online stories.

See All Stories

Contact Us

Resources