Overview
The program in Secondary Education - Social Science from Columbus State University provides advanced professional and pedagogical studies that develop expertise in the knowledge, skills, and habits of accomplished teachers.
Educator Preparation at Columbus State University is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), formerly the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
All educator preparation programs are approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates will:
- Demonstrate expertise in identifying and using research and resources of the field.
- Demonstrate expertise in designing instruction to promote active learning and critical thinking.
- Demonstrate expertise in identifying and using appropriate media and technology in designing and delivering effective instruction.
- Value cultural diversity as an instructional resource and demonstrate expertise in designing and implementing instruction that is effective with diverse learners.
- Demonstrate expertise in connecting planning and instruction to authentic assessment of student learning.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the teaching profession, lifelong learning and a commitment to the Georgia PSC Code of Ethics for Educators and the NCSS Social Studies Code of Ethics.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Educational Psychology
- Educational Research Methods
- Foundations of Collaborative Student Support
- Trends and Issues in Middle Grades/Sec Education
- Teacher Inquiry and Investigation
- Teaching Social Studies in Grades 6-12
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
36-38
Delivered
Disciplines
Teaching Secondary Education View 297 other Masters in Secondary Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 (regular admission) or 2.50 (provisional admission) on all undergraduate work at an accredited United States institution in fulfillment of the requirements for a baccalaureate degree
- A clear renewable teaching license or documentation of eligibility for certification (approved program completion and applicable licensure exam scores)
- The successful applicant must not have a criminal record or discharge from the armed services that would prevent recommendation for related teacher certifications
Tuition Fee
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International
9804 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4902 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
9804 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4902 USD per semester during 12 months. -
In-State
2520 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1260 USD per semester during 12 months.
Living costs for Columbus
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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