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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.

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.

You Can Do It

At The University of Alabama we want your story to be legendary and it should start with an excellent education and great support. We can help you achieve that from anywhere in the world.