History (Online) Indiana University Bloomington

Overview

The History (Online) programme at Indiana University Bloomington provides a comprehensive pathway for educators to enhance their subject knowledge and instructional expertise. This Master of Arts for Teachers is specifically designed to meet the needs of professionals balancing their studies with existing career commitments.

Students engage in a curriculum that bridges the gap between academic historical inquiry and practical classroom application. The programme focuses on developing essential skills in historical research, the construction of original arguments, and the critical analysis of both contemporary and past global events.

Why History (Online) at Indiana University Bloomington?

Choosing this programme allows students to earn a prestigious degree from Indiana University Bloomington that is recognised by employers on a global scale. The curriculum is uniquely structured to help high school and community college educators meet Higher Learning Commission qualification standards for teaching dual-credit courses.

The online delivery model ensures that students can access high-quality resources and personalised support services from anywhere in the world. This flexibility is a significant advantage, with many students reporting career advancement even before they have completed their full course of study.

The institution provides a collaborative digital environment where learners can interact with expert faculty members. By integrating education components with specialised history modules, the university ensures that graduates are well-prepared for the demands of modern secondary and post-secondary instruction.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 35577 per year
• National fee: USD 35577 per year
• Local fee: USD 35577 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of 30 credit hours, including a core historical component, elective choices, and dedicated education modules. This structure ensures a balanced approach to both subject mastery and teaching proficiency.

Modules may include:

• Social Issues in Education
• Instruction in the Context of Curriculum
• Strategies for Educational Inquiry
• Historical Methodology
• Teaching College History
• US and the World - Comparative History
• Historical Seminar

Students may also explore specific focus areas during their studies to align with their professional interests. These thematic areas provide deeper insight into various eras and geographical contexts.

Focus areas include:

• Historical methodology
• Early America
• The 19th century
• Modern US history
• Comparative history

Careers with History (Online)

Graduates of this programme are primarily prepared for advanced roles within the education sector, particularly as instructors at the high school and community college levels. The degree provides the necessary credentials to teach college-level history courses in a dual-credit environment.

Beyond traditional teaching, the analytical and research skills gained are highly transferable to roles in historical consultancy, archival work, and educational administration. The programme's emphasis on communication and critical inquiry also prepares students for careers in public history and heritage management.