EDUCATION SPECIALIST (EdS) IN
Elementary Education
Online
Program Overview
Through the EdS in Elementary Education you can be recognized as a specialist and expert in your chosen field.
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Program Format
Online -
Credit Hours
30 -
Tuition Per Hour
$420
Model Life-Long Learning and Continue Your Education
Your coursework will focus on the constructivism nature of the teaching-learning process. You will complete an action research thesis giving you the opportunity to teach a piece of curriculum from your own classroom or school in a new way and compare the results with previous outcomes.
Courses are taught by the same faculty who teach on the UA campus and can be completed online from any location. The EdS in Elementary Education is perfect for those seeking Alabama Class AA certification or equivalent in another state and interested in expanding their skill set.
- Application DeadlineApplications accepted year round
- Fees$10 College of Education graduate fee (per credit hour)
- AccreditationNational Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)
- Required For EntranceMaster's level teaching certificate
- Other Program Specifics*Test scores are waived for Summer 2021 and Fall 2021 semester applications
Curriculum
The EdS in Elementary Education consists of 30 credit hours. Program and courses are subject to change.
Required Courses
- CIE 625 Research Seminar Science Curriculum
- CIE 626 Research Seminar Social Science Curriculum
- CIE 680 Seminar in Mathematics Educational Research
- CRD 690 Advanced Seminar Literacy
- CEE 687 Topical Research Review
- CEE 697 Specialist Degree Research
Additional Requirements
- Foundations course: 3 credit hours
- Educational Research course: 3 credit hours
- Adviser approved research course: 3 credit hours
- Adviser approved elective course: 3 credit hours
- Special education survey course (if not previously completed)
Admission
Admission to the Educational Specialist in Elementary Education degree program requires the following:
- A master’s degree from an accredited institution
- Current Alabama Class A certification in Elementary Education or equivalent
- 3.0 or higher in a completed graduate degree program
- Minimum score of 300 on the GRE or 50th percentile on the MAT*
*Test scores are waived for Summer 2021 and Fall 2021 semester applications.
A completed application package includes official transcripts from all institutions attended, three letters of recommendation (one from principal/superintendent), a statement of purpose, official test scores, and a Graduate School application.
Applications are accepted each semester.
If you reside or intend to seek professional licensure outside of the state of Alabama, please review the requirements for that state prior to applying to this program.
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