Master of Education Courses
ED 978 Contemporary Issues in Teaching of Bilingual and English as a Second Language
Language policies for educating ELLs, including bilingual, national language models, heritage
languages and multicultural education as managed in multilingual nations.
ES 928 Second Language Acquisition
Surveys the complex variables underlying second language acquisition (SLA) and the various
perspectives that inform second language acquisition theories.
ES 914 Methods and Materials for Teaching English Language Skills to the ELL
Participants will analyze language learning processes for English Language Learners and
appropriate method for teaching English language skills
ED 986: Literacy for the English Language Learner
Focuses on current approaches and theories of second language literacy and integrates reading
and writing in classroom environments
ED 955 Assessing English Language Learners
Second language acquisition and linguistic principles guide the review of standardized instruments,
dynamic assessment strategies, standards-referenced assessment and teacher design approaches.
ES 930 Sheltered Instruction and Assessment in the Immersion Classroom
Examines theories, principles and practices that assist English language learners in achieving
academic proficiency while developing English language skills
ES 940 Practicum and Seminar in the Teaching of English as a Second Language (ESL) in
grades Pre-K-6
150 hour teaching experience with weekly seminar on effective teaching for limited English speaking
students at the grades preK-6 (5 credits)
ES 945 Practicum and Seminar in the Teaching of English as a Second Language (ESL) in
grades 5-12
150 hour teaching experience with weekly seminar on effective teaching for limited English speaking
students at the grades 5-12 (5 credits)
ES 929 Assessing and Teaching ELLs with Disabilities
Considers differences between typical and atypical second language acquisition.
ES 931 Leading an Effective English Leaner Program
Considers the expectations for program implementation, evaluation, instruction and best practice
for English learners in sheltered and bilingual educational programs.
ES 932 Teaching Adult ESL and SIFE
Designed to enhance teacher effectiveness in the adult ESL classroom taking into consideration
their unique circumstances
ES 933 Global Perspectives in Cultural Diversity
Provides appreciation of increasing diversity in schools and examines how language is used to
regulate power relations among social groups.
ES 934 ESL Seminar: Research in Language & Education
Using research of ESL pedagogies, studies of linguistically and culturally diverse learners, students
evaluate, design and carry out action research.
ES 935 ESL Portfolio Evaluation
Completion of courses in ESL licensure and those required for the Masters of Education
EA 912 Foundations of Educational Administration
The purpose of this course is to provide individual students with an understanding of the theory and
practical operation of public schools in the United States. An overview of the role of an administrator
as described by the Massachusetts Department of Education will receive major emphasis. These
include: leadership, administration, equity, community relationships, and professional responsibilities.
The ISLLC standards will likewise be explored..
3 credits
EA 915 School Finance, Management and Administration
Prerequisite: EA 912
This course will explore the evolution of Public School Finance, Management and Administration.
Emphasis will be on studying effective management strategies dealing with local school finance
systems and its impact upon educational goals and objectives.
3 credits
EA 918 School, Community and Family Relations
Prerequisite: EA 912
This course is intended to equip the practicing school administrator with the techniques needed to
deal with the long line of social challenges that affect children, families, communities and ultimately
education. Emphasis will be placed on building collaborative relationships within and external to
the educational setting that will ultimately benefit children.
3 credits
EA 920 School Business Management and Administration
Prerequisite: EA 912
Studies the interaction between school management services and the total educational organization
and its environment.
3 credits
EA 921 Fundamentals of School Finance
Prerequisite: EA 912
Considers the financial support and the allocation of resources in public education.
3 credits
EA 922 Public School Administration
Prerequisite: EA 912
Historical, philosophical, and sociological study of American school administration with major
emphasis on the function, duties, and responsibilities of the school administrator.
3 credits
EA 923 Law for the Administrator
Prerequisite: EA 912
An in-depth investigation of specific school laws and how they relate to the administration of a
modern school system.
3 credits
EA 924 Curriculum Development and Evaluation
Prerequisite: EA 912
This course examines curriculum development from a theoretical and practical perspective with
a focus on the administrator’s role in facilitating constructive curriculum change. Curriculum development, implementation, alignment and evaluation will be included. MA state standards and
assessment, No Child Left Behind, and models for curriculum change are discussed.
3 credits
EA 925 Staff Development: Theory and Practice
Prerequisite: EA 912
Theories and methods of staff development and in-service education for program aims and personnel. Participants will develop strategies to plan, conduct, and evaluate school-based professional development activities.
3 credits
EA 927 School Plant and Development
Prerequisite: EA 912
A practical investigation of the planning, developing and implementing of renovations, or construction
of new facilities. Topics include evaluating public relations and the community, hiring an architect,
warrants and bonds, building, and developing facilities.
3 credits
EA 929 Capstone Course
Prerequisites: Completion of all core courses.
A course designed to help the professional synthesize and reflect on information gained from
coursework, fieldwork, and practicum relevant to the M.Ed. in School Leadership. There is a two
credit portfolio assignment that reflects the expectations set forth by the state of Massachusetts
for licensure as a principal/supervisor or a three credit thesis option set forth by the Education
Department at Worcester State.
2 or 4 credits
EA 931 Administration of Programs for Children with Special Needs
Prerequisite: EA 912
The implications of legislation for administrators who are responsible for implementing these
programs.
3 credits
EA 932 Educational Personnel Administration
Prerequisite: EA 912
Study of the policies and problems associated with the selection, assignment, orientation, in-service
programs, evaluations, promotion, and retention of the professional and nonprofessional staff of a
school system.
3 credits
EA 933 Collective Bargaining Strategies
Prerequisite: EA 912
A survey of the basic designs, strategies, and mechanisms used in preparing collective bargaining
packages, counter proposals, and final proposals.
3 credits
EA 939 Action Research Project I
EA 940 Action Research Project II
A two-semester course during which students will enroll for two consecutive semesters. During the
two semesters students will meet both in large groups and individually in developing their action
research projects.
3 credits per semester.
EA 941 Research Forum
2 credits
EA 942 Systems Analysis and Strategies for Institutional Change
Examines the key elements of effective leadership deemed necessary for 21st century schools.
Focus is on how to bring forth innovation and continual progress.
3 credits
EA 950 Practicum Experience in Elementary Educational Administration
Prerequisite: Completion of all core courses.
A 300-clock-hour practicum experience.
4 credits.
EA 951 Practicum Experience in Middle School Education Administration
Prerequisite: Completion of all core courses.
A 300-clock-hour practicum experience.
4 credits.
EA 952 Practicum Experience in Secondary Education Administration
Prerequisite: Completion of all core courses.
A 300-clock-hour practicum experience.
4 credits.
EA 953 Practicum Experience in Supervision
A 300-clock-hour clinical experience.
4 credits.
ED 901 Using Technology in the Classroom
Today’s students are adept at using the technologies as integral living tools. This course will examine
the variety of techniques – including, the computer, web and software, film, TV, and other mass
communication – and their applications in the classroom as learning tools. Discussions will center
on the genres of technology appropriate for participants’ grade levels, subject areas, and student
population. Students will study computer capabilities, web research, electronic presentations, and
explore software options and lesson planning. Visual literacy topics from moving and still images will
be investigated as key teaching tools. Adaptive technologies will be profiled.
3 credits
ED 909 RETELL: Best Practices for English Language Learners
The course addresses research based institutional and assessment strategies for English language
learners. Working with culturally diverse learners 25 hours of pre-practicum experience.
3 credits
ED 910 The Child, Family, Community, and Diversity in Education
Advanced study of how differences in home experience, background knowledge and language
proficiency impact school experience. Considers services provided by state and local agencies.
3 credits
ED 911 Advanced Foundations of Reading
Prerequisite: A prior course in reading
Current approaches to teaching reading and comprehension with an emphasis on classroom
evaluation and decisions, research, and application.
3 credits
ED 912 Psychology in Teaching Reading
Provides an understanding of the psychological bases of the reading process; applies the theories
of the psychologist to classroom situations.
3 credits
ED 913 Differentiated Reading Instruction
Stresses interrelationships of oral/written communication; investigates application of concepts,
skills, and procedures for teaching literacy across a broad spectrum of student needs. Methods of
differentiation instructions are discussed.
3 credits
ED 914 Teaching Reading in the Content Areas
Presents meaningful theory and related teaching strategies to aid pupils in reading and learning
from their content area textbooks.
3 credits
ED 915 Administration and Supervision of Reading Programs
Design, implementation and evaluation of reading programs, legislation affecting reading programs,
and reading staff development for the Teacher of Reading.
3 credits
ED 916 Literature in the Classroom
Introduces a balanced selection of literature and broadens the student’s acquaintance with the
exciting world of books from kindergarten through high school.
3 credits
ED 917 Diagnosis, Analysis, and Remediation of Reading Difficulties in the Middle and Upper
Grades
Prerequisite: ED 911, ED 914, EL 907
Focuses on causes and symptoms of reading deficiencies and methods of treatment for 4-12
students in remedial situations; case study required.
3 credits
ED 918 Reading as Language: Teaching Literacy to English Language Learners
Explores knowledge, perspectives, and procedures for teaching literacy to English language
learners, focusing on the interrelationship acquisition of reading.
3 credits
ED 919 Reading Practicum/Internship
Prerequisite: approval of Program Coordinator, passing score on Reading Specialist MTEL
Candidate plans and implements the responsibilities of a Teacher of Reading in a field-based
supervised setting.
3 credits
ED 920 Cognitive/Affective Learning for Typical and Atypical Children
Prerequisite: ED 981
Investigates cognitive/affective learning in typically developing children and children with special
needs. Explores alternative instructional strategies for inclusion and IEP (Individualized Educational
Plan) and IFSP (Individual Family Service Plan) implementation.
3 credits
ED 921 Developmental Patterns of Children with Special Needs
Study of the child/adolescent with special needs including characteristic psychological, educational,
and sociological impact of developmental differences. Includes educational terminology for students
with mild/moderate disabilities.
3 credit
ED 922 Analysis and Interpretation of the Behavior and Learning Environment of Children
Prerequisite: ED 921
Evaluation procedures used to assess academic, cognitive, affective, and behavioral functioning
of the child and adolescent. Formal and informal techniques for evaluating the effectiveness of
instruction are examined. Behavior management plans and assistive technologies are included.
3 credits
ED 923 Development and Implementation of an Individual Educational Program
Prerequisite: ED 921
Considers federal and state laws regulating the development and implementation of individualized
educational programs: Pre-referral, assessment, eligibility, developing goals and objectives, program
delivery and measuring progress.
3 credits
ED 924 Strategies for Teaching and Assessing Students with Moderate Special Needs
Prerequisite: ED 921
Emphasis on MA curriculum frameworks, reading, writing, and mathematics, strategies for students
with disabilities to access the general curriculum, alternate assessment procedures.
3 credits
ED 925 Seminar: Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Focuses on the theories and techniques of consultation.
3 credits
ED 926 Seminars Curriculum Development and Instructional Techniques
Prerequisites: ED 921, ED 922, ED 923, ED 924
Principles of curriculum development and the use of instructional techniques for special needs
students. Some field work.
3 credits
ED 927 Inclusive Settings: Learning Strategies and Management Techniques (1-6)
This course addresses the learning and behavior needs of special learners and helps teachers to
develop strategies and techniques that can be used to improve knowledge and skills of all students
in inclusion settings. Managing classroom behavior to enhance teaching and learning will be a
focus in this course.
3 credits
ED 928 Practicum for the Moderate Special Needs Teacher
Prerequisite: ED 921, ED 922, ED 923, ED 924
A field-based experience in which the student demonstrates competencies in the delivery of direct
services: assessment procedures, educational planning, classroom management, curriculum
development, and in-service education.
3 credits
ED 929 Mathematics Assessment and Instruction for Diverse Learners
This course presents mathematical concepts, methods and materials to facilitate learning. Emphasis
is also placed on supporting students with mild to moderate disabilities learn and understand
mathematics contents.
3 credits
ED 936 Counseling the Adolescent
Designed for students preparing to counsel adolescents. Focuses on adolescent patterns of
development and the behaviors associated with them. Typical adolescent crises are explored with
specific strategies to deal with them.
3 credits
ED 939 Individual Intelligence Appraisal (WAIS-WISC)
Prerequisite: Introductory course in measurement
Study of two major Wechsler tests, Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS), and the Wechsler
Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC). Includes administration and interpretation of both of these
scales.
3 credits
ED 941 Counseling the Elementary School Child
Investigates the various age-related problems found in the elementary school age child of today.
Various counseling strategies to deal with these problems will be explored.
3 credits
ED 949 American Education: Contexts and Influences
Examines the social and historical contexts of American schools, noting appropriate psychological
principles, learning theories philosophies, political and demographic trends, and their influences on
educational policies and classroom
practices.
3 credits
ED 950 Integrating Science and Social Studies in the Elementary/Middle Schools
Curriculum development workshop focusing on creation of thematic units integrating science and
social studies using cooperative learning models.
3 credits
ED 951 Integrating Language Arts and Social Studies in the Elementary/Middle Schools
Curriculum development workshop focusing on integrating Language Arts and Social Studies
utilizing children’s literature, reading, and writing skills.
3 credits
ED 953 Integrating Science and Mathematics in the Elementary/Middle Schools
Curriculum development workshop focusing on the creation of thematic units integrating science
and mathematics using cooperative learning models.
3 credits
ED 954 The Nature and Needs of Young Adolescents
Examines the needs and characteristics of young adolescents and the corresponding implications
for middle school curriculum, instruction, classroom management and organization.
3 credits
ED 956 The Middle School: History, Philosophy and Organization
Prerequisite: The three required core courses
A comprehensive examination of the Middle Schools in terms of history, philosophy, structure,
curriculum patterns and organization, team planning and team teaching, block scheduling, etc.
Students characteristics and societal factors which impact upon students’ behavior in the Middle
Schools are addressed.
3 credits
ED 957 Instructional Design and Evaluation for Middle School Grades
Prerequisite: ED 949
Reviews relevant models of instruction and their application in middle school grades. Examines
appropriate evaluation strategies and approaches designed to give students the ability to plan
and implement overall assessment strategies, including alternative assessment and the use of
technology in instruction and evaluation. Includes 25 pre-practicum hours.
3 credits
ED 958 Middle School Curriculum and Instruction: Strategies and Modification
Designed to give students the ability to design and present instruction in ways that are commensurate
with the developmental needs and readiness of early adolescent learners. The issues of inclusion,
cooperative learning, block scheduling, thematic, and integrated curriculum and interdisciplinary
curriculum are examined.
3 credits
ED 959 Assessment and Classroom Management in The Middle School
Prerequisite: ED 958
Designed to give students the ability to plan and implement overall assessment strategies
appropriate for middle school grades. The course examines developmentally appropriate classroom
management strategies and techniques.
3 credits
ED 960 Educational Law
An in-depth investigation of specific school laws and how they relate to the role of the teacher and
administrator.
3 credits
ED 961 Educational Supervision and Evaluation
Designed to develop competency in the supervision and evaluation of teachers.
3 credits
ED 963 The Understanding and Teaching of Culture
Approaches to cultural analysis and survey of techniques used to teach culture in the classroom.
3 credits
ED 964 Current Issues in Education
Emphasis will be placed on problem solving and case study approaches.
Variable credit.
ED 965 Principles of Curriculum Development
Aspects of curriculum development, society, culture, learning theories, taxonomies of educational
objectives, structure, hierarchy, balance, politics, strategy for change.
3 credits
ED 968 Seminar in Curriculum and Instruction
Prerequisite: ED 965
Discussion and evaluation of curriculum and instruction as applied to real or theoretical construct.
3 credits
ED 969 Teaching to Diversity: Methods and Materials (Middle School)
Prerequisite: Completion of all core courses
Explores appropriate instructional strategies and school practices which promote equity pedagogy
in middle school classes. Identifies basic manifestations of diversity in our society and classroom
and considers relevant methods of building bridges between the learner and the curriculum through
instructional adaptations.
3 credits
ED 970 Workshop for Educators
Specialized workshop experiences structured to enhance teacher abilities to implement new
educational practices.
Variable credit.
ED 971 Special Topics
In-depth exploration of contemporary educational topics or issues.
Variable credit.
ED 972 The Adolescent Learner: Needs and Characteristics
Examines the needs and characteristics of the adolescent earner and the corresponding implications
for curriculum,instruction, classroom management and school organization.
3 credits
ED 973 Instructional Design and Evaluation for Secondary School Grades
Prerequisite: ED 949
Reviews relevant models of instruction and their application in secondary school grades. Examines
appropriate evaluation strategies and approaches designed to give students the ability to plan
and implement overall assessment strategies, including alternative assessment and the use of
technology in instruction and evaluation. Includes 25 pre-practicum hours
3 credits
ED 974 Curriculum Development and Innovations (Secondary School)
Draws upon extensive review of the literature on curriculum theory and models of instruction to
examine relevant innovations in curriculum development and instructional delivery; noting their
practical applications in Secondary Schools.
3 credits
ED 975 Assessment and Classroom Management in The Secondary School
Prerequisite: ED 974
Designed to give students the ability to plan and implement overall assessment strategies
appropriate for secondary school grades. The course examines developmentally appropriate
classroom management strategies and techniques.
3 credits
ED 976 Teaching to Diversity: Methods and Materials (Secondary School)
Prerequisite: Completion of all core courses
Explores appropriate instructional strategies and school practices which promote equity pedagogy in
secondary school classes. Identifies basic manifestations of diversity in our society and classrooms,
and considers relevant methods of building bridges between the learner and the curriculum through
instructional adaptation.
3 credits
ED 977 Seminar in Contemporary Trends and Issues in Middle & Secondary Schools
Prerequisite: Completion of the core courses
Examines contemporary issues and trends in middle and secondary school curriculum, instructional
delivery, assessment, classroom management, and the use of technology.
3 credits
ED 980 Independent Study in Education
An opportunity for further study in a special field of interest under faculty supervision.
3 credits
ED 981 Advanced Foundations of Education
Explores historical, philosophical, psychological, legal, and cultural foundations for education and
school practices. Sets the stage for philosophical and theoretical requirements in ES 926 Portfolio
Evaluation.
3 credits
ED 982 Research in Education
Examines research methods and designs in education and/or content areas; involves writing,
hypotheses, reviewing literature, gathering data, and preparing research proposals.
3 credits
ED 983 Theory and Research in Reading
Prerequisite: ED 982, Completion of all reading core courses
Investigates theories and research regarding current trends in reading instruction and provides for
completing a research project.
3 credits
ED 984 Reading Portfolio
Prerequisite: Approval of Program Coordinator, completion of all program courses
Capstone experience for Teacher of Reading Candidates to document accomplishment of state
certification competencies and program requirements.
1 credit.
ED 987 Social, Political and Cultural Issues in Education
Examines the social, cultural, and political forces that shape schools, and provide the context for
teaching and learning. Additionally, the types of existing and desired relationships among schools,
families and communities will be discussed.
3 credits
ED 988 Brain-based Learning
This course has been designed to strengthen teachers’ own knowledge of the latest findings in
neuroscience as they relate to the field of education. Topics span a wide range of neuroscience
research including biological basis of learning and memory, brain mechanisms underlying language
acquisition, gender differences, and disorders of thought. Special emphasis is given to the limitations
and misuse of research by some, and the need for skepticism and replication when evaluating “brain-based”
claims of service providers. Participants in this course will be active learners, analyzing
current research articles, and reflecting on their own experiences as both learners and educators
in the context of neuro-education.
3 credits
ED 989 Technology and Educational Leadership
Explores the role of the educational leader in the choice, acquisition, and use of technology for
management and learning.
3 credits
ED 990 Independent Research in Education
Prerequisite: Matriculated Graduate Student
For students wishing to pursue an independent research study in a specialized area of education.
3 credits
ED 992 Portfolio Evaluation
Prerequisite: All required license courses and approval of program coordinator
Documents the student’s learning and provides a basis for evaluation of student’s overall performance
and mastery of the certification standards.
1 credit
ED 993 Seminar: Research in Content Concentration
Prerequisite: Completion of 24 graduate credits in Master’s Program and completion of a minimum
of 18 credits in the content area of concentration.
In-depth research course in the issues of childhood education. Students will conduct a formal study that seeks to investigate teaching and learning in the student’s content strand of concentration.
3 credits
ED 994 Thesis Seminar
Prerequisite: Completion of all core and required courses.
Students work with faculty advisor(s) to design, implement, and evaluate a formal study that seeks
to investigate a significant issue, professional and content related in secondary school education.
The focus is on the application of research skills and the presentation of research reports.
3 credits
ED 995 Elementary Education Clinical Experience: Grades 1-6
Prerequisites. ED 981, ED982, ED 910, ED920, EL 906, EL 907
Teaching experience, grades 1 through 6. Involves planning, implementing, evaluating learning in a
setting with typical and atypical students.
5 credits
ED 996 Research and Evaluation
Research and evaluation methods and designs; includes gathering and analyzing data, writing
research, and making evaluation reports.
3 credits
ED 997 Advanced Philosophical Foundations of Education
Examines the basic principles of some major philosophers and demonstrates their effect on
contemporary educational theories in the western tradition.
3 credits
ED 998 Advanced Psychological Foundations of Education
Analysis of major schools of psychology with attention to contemporary issues. Role of the educator
in the learning process and application of psychological principles to specific classroom situations.
3 credits
ED 999 Internship in Education
A 400-clock-hour internship in an area of professional education.
3, 6, or 12 credits
EE 900 Literature for Young Children
Survey of quality literature appropriate for early childhood, development of programs in literature
and effective storytelling procedures.
3 credits
EE 901 ECE: Curriculum and Evaluation
Addresses design, implementation, evaluation of integrated, developmentally appropriate programs;
evaluation of children’s development and learning; curriculum content; play learning.
3 credits
EE 902 Methods and Materials in Early Childhood Education
Focuses on activities designed to enable young children to use their abilities to the fullest.
3 credits
EE 903 Language Arts in Early Childhood: Content, Curriculum, Evaluation, Methods and Materials
Explores topics from MA English Language Arts Curriculum Frameworks. Addresses design,
implementation, assessment of integrated, developmentally appropriate Language Arts programs.
3 credits
EE 904 Exploring Science in Early Childhood Education
Uses MA Frameworks to develop and assess activities that foster learning and discovery. Connects
science with literacy, mathematics, and social studies.
3 credits
EE 905 Evaluation and Remediation Techniques of Young Children with Special Needs
Multidisciplinary approach to the evaluation of children with special needs.
3 credits
EE 906 Practicum In Early Childhood Education
An intensive supervised field experience involving daily interaction with young children of ages
three to five.
3 credits
EE 907 Intellectual Development in Early Education
Examines the intellectual levels of children based on current research including Piaget and others.
3 credits
EE 908 Evaluation of the Young Child
Understanding and interpreting the results of psychological and educational tests of pre-school age
children.
3 credits
EE 909 Supervision and Administration in Early Childhood Education
Outlines steps for the organization and administration of day care centers, nursery schools, and
other programs for young children.
3 credits
EE 910 The Pre-School Child with Special Needs
Detection, evaluation, and remediation of learning disabilities in young children from three years.
3 credits
EE 911 Early Literacy for Young Children
This course focuses on the skills and techniques for presenting readiness skills and teaching
beginning reading to children.
3 credits
EE 912 Young Children and Inclusive Early Childhood Practices
Prerequisites: ED 920, EE 901, or Permission of Instructor
Adapts programs, materials, practices, environments for individuals. Implements theories integrating
special needs children into regular classroom and early intervention strategies.
3 credits
EE 913 Social Studies in Early Childhood: Content, Curriculum, Evaluation, Methods and Materials
Explores topics from MA History and Social Studies Curriculum Frameworks. Addresses design,
implementation, assessment of integrated, developmentally appropriate Social studies programs.
3 credits
EE 915 Detection and Remediation of Early Reading Difficulties
Prerequisite: A course in teaching reading to children
Addresses beginning reading difficulties, identification techniques, including observational surveys
and running records, causes and prevention strategies, remedial material/techniques, national
programs.
3 credits
EE 916 Mathematics in Early Childhood Education: Content, Curriculum, Evaluation, Methods and Materials
Addresses design, implementation and evaluation of successful, integrated, developmentally
appropriate mathematics programs. Explores topics from MA Curriculum Frameworks.
3 credits
EE 917 The Fine Arts in Early Childhood: Content, Curriculum, Evaluation, Methods and Materials
Uses MA Frameworks to develop and asses activities fostering learning and creativity. Connects the
arts with literacy and social studies.
3 credits
EE 919 Seminar in Early Childhood Education
Current Issues and problems in the field of early childhood education.
3 credits
EE 920 Independent Research in Early Childhood Education
For students wishing to pursue independent study in a specialized area of early childhood education.
3 credits
EE 930 Environments and Programs for Infants and Toddlers
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
Designing developmentally appropriate programs for infants and toddlers, includes environment,
play, curriculum, materials. Identification, intervention strategies for at risk infants/toddlers.
3 credits
EE 931 Infant and Toddler Development and Care
Theory and research regarding typically developing and at risk infants/toddlers are studied.
Caregiving procedures are addressed.
3 credits
EE 950 Clinical Experience in Early Childhood Education: N (Infant, Toddler, Preschool) Level
Prerequisite: Permission of the Department
Supervised teaching experience at infant, toddler, preschool level. Involves planning, implementing,
evaluating learning. Minimum 200 hours over a minimum 8 week period – 3 credits; 400 hours
(entire semester) – 6 credits
3 or 6 credits
EE 952 Special Topics in Early Childhood Education
In-depth exploration of contemporary issues and topics in early childhood education.
3 credits
EE 955 Clinical Experience in Early Childhood Education: Kindergarten – Grade 3 Level
Prerequisite: Permission of the Department
Teaching experience, kindergarten through grade 3. Involves planning, implementing, evaluating
learning with typical and atypical children. 200 hours: 3 credits; 400 hours: 6 credits
3 to 6 credits
EL 900 The Gifted Child
Methods for identifying the gifted student; characteristics and personal factors of the gifted;
techniques and approaches for curriculum development.
3 credits
EL 902 Newspapers in Education
Newspapers are explored for their historical aspects, actual composition, freedom of the press,
and behind-the scenes productions aspects. Learning activity packets are developed utilizing
newspapers.
3 credits
EL 903 Theory and Research in the Elementary School Curriculum
Prerequisite: ED 996
Emphasizes ability to recognize, select, and pursue independent action research in one or more
areas of the elementary school curriculum.
3 credits
EL 904 Instructional Leadership of the Elementary School
The many facets of elementary school administration and organization; the role of the principal as
an administrator in the larger setting of present day education is stressed.
3 credits
EL 905 Seminar in Current Issues in Elementary Education
Prerequisites: Three graduate level education courses approved by advisor
Symposium approach. Reading, writing, and discussion relevant to major issues.
3 credits
EL 906 Contemporary Curriculum and Instruction for Elementary School
Prerequisites: ED 981, ED 910, ED 920
Investigates current and evolving patterns of curriculum and instruction noting forces and issues
which affect curriculum. Special attention will be given to National and State Educational Reform
Issues and in particular the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. This course addresses design,
implementation, and evaluation of successful, integrated curriculum content.
3 credits
EL 907 Assessing Teaching and Learning in Elementary Education
Prerequisites: ED 982, EL 906 (for M.Ed. in Elementary Education Students)
Studies current methods for assessment in elementary classrooms, creating traditional evaluations,
portfolios, observations, checklists, self-assessment and using standardized tests.
3 credits
EP 901—EP 993 School Psychology Courses
ER 901 Reading Research Seminar: Struggling Adolescent Readers/Writers
Provides an overview and review of research and literature in the field of adolescent literacy. Both
the content and methodology of the research will be studied.
3 credits
ER 902 The Role of the Literacy Coach: Professional Leadership & Adult Learners
Explores the role and responsibilities of the literacy coach across school settings including
developing effective literacy instruction and professional development.
3 credits
ER 903 The Role of the Literacy Coach Part II: Strategies to Enhance Reading & Writing
Examines current theory regarding adolescent literacy, research-based instructional strategies, and
practices designed to support literacy development across content areas.
3 credits
ER 925 Reading and Research Forum (Capstone Experience)
Prerequisite: Approval of Program Coordinator and completion of all required courses
2 credits
ES 900 Instructional Leadership of Middle and Secondary school
The role of the principal and assistant principal in the administration.
3 credits
ES 901 Language and Language Teaching
Prerequisite: Completion of at least two secondary education courses
A survey of linguistic theories and derived methodologies relevant to teaching a foreign language.
20 hour field experience included
3 credits
ES 902 Learning Skills for Adolescents
Reading, study and communication skill instruction, appropriate for content instruction in middle
and high schools. 15 hour field experience
3 credits
ES 903 The Art of Teaching Adolescents
Underlying reasons and means for pursuing excellence in teaching middle and high school students;
implications for discipline and leadership.
3 credits
ES 904 Curriculum and Instruction for Adolescents
Developing and matching curriculum to high school students’ personal and social needs. 15 hour
field experience
3 credits
ES 905 Methods and Materials for Teaching Humanities
Prerequisite: Completion of at least two secondary education courses
Techniques and micro-teaching practice in teaching high school English, social studies, and other
humanities. 20 hour field experience
3 credits
ES 906 Methods and Materials for Teaching Science and Math
Prerequisite: Completion of at least two secondary education courses
Techniques and micro-teaching practice in teaching high school subject areas in math and the
sciences. 20 hour field experience
3 credits
ES 907 Individualizing Instruction in the Middle and Secondary School
Examines ways in which teachers may individualize instruction in middle and secondary schools.
3 credits
ES 908 Teaching Practicum Seminar (Middle and Secondary Grades)
Prerequisite: Completion of all pre-practicum courses and enrollment in the teaching practicum
course
Involves guided analysis of principles of teaching and classroom procedures in terms of how
theories relate to actual practices.
3 credits
ES 909 Clinical Thesis Seminar
Prerequisite: Completion of all core, required, and elective courses
Students work with faculty advisor(s) to design, implement, and evaluate a formal study that seeks
to investigate a significant issue, professional and content-related middle school education. The
focus is on the application of research skills and the presentation of research products. Provide
opportunities to exchange reflective clinical experience.
3 credits
ES 910 Evaluation of Classroom Learning in Middle & Secondary Schools
Rationale and means for formative and summative evaluation, mastery learning, assessing higher
order thinking, and improving learning attitudes and performance.
3 credits
ES 911 Teaching Practicum
Prerequisite: Completion of required education courses and other eligibility requirements.
Student teaching for Massachusetts Certification in Middle or High School. Seminar or other
approved means for reflection on experience
5 credits
ES 912 Curriculum and Instruction in the Middle School
Addresses the unique nature of the middle school curriculum; with a focus on learning centers,
mastery learning and learning activity packets.
3 credits
ES 913 Methods and Materials for Teaching in the Middle School
Focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of instruction in the middle school with particular emphasis
placed on the role of team teaching.
3 credits
ES 914 ESL Methodology
Addresses topics in second language acquisition and applied teaching methodology in teaching
English to speakers of other languages.
3 credits
ES 915 Secondary School Curriculum Development: Theory and Practice
Prerequisites: ED 981, ED 982
Examines relevant theoretical frameworks for instructional design and implementation, noting
individual differences and societal factors in curriculum adaptation and evaluation.
4 credits
ES 916 Approaches To Teaching in the Middle School: Theory and Practice
Prerequisites: ED 981, ED 982, ES 922 (ES 922 may be taken concurrently)
Examines teaching strategies appropriate to the middle school with an emphasis on team teaching
and an integrated curriculum.
4 credits
ES 917 Approaches to Teaching in the Secondary Schools: Theory and Practice
Prerequisites: ED 981, ED 982, ES 915 (ES 915 maybe taken concurrently)
Examines advanced pedagogy and develops and implements teaching strategies which promote
meaningful learning for all students at the high school level.
4 credits
ES 918 Assessing Teaching and Learning at the Middle School: Theory and Practice
Prerequisites: ED 981, ED 982, ES 922 (ES 922 may be taken concurrently)
Concepts taught include writing instructional objectives, constructing various types of instruments to
assess student learning in middle grades including alternative assessment, grading, standardized
testing.
3 credits
ES 919 Assessing Teaching and Learning in Secondary Schools: Theory and Practice
Prerequisites: ED 981, ED 982, ES 915 (ES 915 May be taken concurrently)
Writing instructional objectives, constructing various types of instruments to assess student learning
in the high school, to include alternative assessments, grading, and standardized testing.
3 credits
ES 920 Clinical Experience in the Middle Grades (5-9)
Prerequisites: ES 916, ES 918, ES 922
Teaching experience, grade 5 through grade 9. Involves planning, implementing, and evaluating
learning in a setting with typical and atypical students.
5 credits
ES 921 Clinical Experience in Secondary Grades (9-12)
Prerequisites: ES 915, ES 917, ES 919
Teaching experience, grade 9 through grade l2. Involves planning, implementing, evaluating learning
in a setting with typical and atypical students.
5 credits
ES 922 Middle School Curriculum Development: Theory and Practice
Prerequisites: ED 981, ED 982
Examines relevant theoretical frameworks for instructional design and implementation at the middle
school in keeping with national reports.
3 credits
ES 923 Mathematics Assessment and Instruction for Diverse Learner
Formal and informal means of assessing students mathematical performance. Strategies to
increase mathematics performance for students with disabilities.
3 credits
ES 924 Analysis and Interpretation of the Behavior and Learning Environment of Children and Adolescents Grades 5-12
Procedures to assess academic, cognitive, affective, and behavioral function of children/adolescents
in grades 5-12. Techniques to prepare and maintain students with disabilities in general education.
3 credits
ES 925 Inclusive Settings: Learning Strategies and Management Techniques (5-12)
Learning and behavior needs of children with disabilities. Developing strategies to improve teaching
and learning for all students in inclusive grade 5-12 classrooms.
3 credits
ES 926 Portfolio Evaluation
1 credit
MA 916 Probability
Probability, combinatorial methods, random variables, probability functions, moments, moment
generating functions, central limit theorem, sampling.
3 credits
MA 918 Mathematical Statistics
Decision theory, estimation, hypothesis testing, regression and correlation, analysis of variance.
3 credits
MA 920 Linear Algebra
Fundamental concepts of systems of linear equations, matrices, vector spaces, linear transformations,
determinants, inner products, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors.
3 credits
MA 925 Number Theory
Includes divisibility, primes, congruence, primitive roots, and quadratic residues.
3 credits
MA 975 Abstract Algebra
Elementary properties of groups, rings, integral domains, and fields. Groups through Sylow theory
and 1) field theory through Galois theory 2) ring theory through primary decomposition or 3) linear
algebra through Jordan canonical forms.
3 credits
MT 910 Understanding K–8 Mathematics: Number and Operations
Develops and strengthens teachers’ knowledge and understanding of the number sense and
operations strand of elementary and middle school mathematics.
3 credits
MT 911 Understanding K-8 Mathematics: Probability and Statistics
Teachers will develop and strengthen their knowledge of statistical and probabilistic concepts.
Presentations will include investigations appropriate to elementary and middle school classrooms.
3 credits
MT 912 Understanding K-8 Mathematics: Patterns, Functions, and Algebra
Develops and strengthens teachers’ knowledge and understanding of the patterns, functions and
algebra strand of elementary and middle school mathematics.
3 credits
MT 913 Understanding K-8 Mathematics: Geometry and Measurement
Teachers will develop and strengthen their knowledge of the geometry and measurement strand of
elementary and middle school mathematics.
3 credits
MT 933 Understanding High School Mathematics: Geometry
Teachers will develop and strengthen their knowledge of Euclidean Geometry.
3 credits
MT 935 Discrete Mathematics for High School Teachers
Teachers will develop and strengthen their knowledge of discrete mathematics. The course will
emphasize connections to high school mathematics curriculum.
3 credits
MT 971 Special Topics
Special topics in elementary, middle and/or school mathematics.
3 credits
Additional Graduate Courses:
Physical and Earth Sciences
NS 999 Independent Study in Natural Science
Individualized course of research or study undertaken in consultation with a faculty member.
GS 999 Independent Study in Earth Science
Individualized course of research or study undertaken in consultation with a faculty member.
GE 999 Independent Study in Human Geography
Individualized course of research or study undertaken in consultation with a faculty member.
Visual and Performing Arts
MU 990 Special Topics
An exploration of a topic of mutual interest to a student and faculty.
1-6 credits