Southern New Hampshire University direct supervision of a cooperating teacher. During this placement, the student teacher gradually takes on the role of the classroom teacher. All coursework must be complete prior to beginning the student teaching placement. These certifications can be obtained independently or as part of a Masters degree.
Business Education – Certification 7-12 The Masters of Education in Business Education provides students with 21st century knowledge and skills that will lead to eligibility for certification as a business education teacher in grades 7-12. Courses are 3 credits unless otherwise indicated. EDU 511 Methods of Teaching Secondary School EDU 521 Exploring Principles of Education* EDU 533 Learning Through Technology EDU 552 Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment EDU 571 Student Teaching and Seminar (6 credits) EDU 642 Integration Specialist Toolbox EDU 650 Work-based Learning EDU 685 Global Technology Education MBA 502 Economics (waived if competency is demonstrated) MBA 503 Accounting (waived if competency is demonstrated) MBA 610 Business Law (waived if competency is demonstrated) SPED 501 Students with Exceptionalities* If courses are waived, graduate electives will be determined with advisor. EDU 543 must replace the first waived course. *Required for Teacher Certification Program (TCP) Acceptance Field Experiences are embedded in courses. Exit Evaluation
Completion of ePortfolio under the direction of the seminar instructor
Early Childhood Education – Certification PreK–3
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Integrating Social Studies & the Arts for Young Children EDU 543 Learning Theories and Instruction* EDU 552 Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment EDU 571 Student Teaching and Seminar (6 credits) RDG 503 Emerging and Early Literacy RDG 531 Literature for Children PreK-12 SPED 501 Students with Exceptionalities* *Required for Teacher Certification Program (TCP) Acceptance Field Experiences are embedded in courses. Exit Evaluation
Completion of ePortfolio under the direction of the seminar instructor
Education Technology Integration Specialist The Master of Education for Technology Integration Specialist may be an initial certification or be pursued by students who already hold an initial certification in another area. This program is for students who wish to become certified to teach technology in grades K-12 with a special focus on integrating digital and emerging technologies into the curriculum. Courses are 3 credits unless otherwise indicated. EDU 521 Exploring Principles of Education* EDU 533 Learning Through Technology* EDU 543 Learning Theories and Instruction* EDU 547 Curriculum Development EDU 550 Educational Assessment EDU 582 The Educational Factors of Diversity EDU 640 Integrating Digital Technology K-12 I EDU 641 Integrating Digital Technology K-12 II EDU 642 Integration Specialist Toolbox EDU 685 Global Technology Education EDU 571 Student Teaching and Seminar (6 credits) or EDU 770 Certification Internship SPED 501 Students with Exceptionalities* * Required for Teacher Certification Program (TCP) Acceptance
The Early Childhood Program is designed for professional practitioners working in education, policy, administration and research. This program leads to New Hampshire teacher certification in pre-kindergarten through grade 3. M.Ed. candidates in early childhood education must complete the following specialized courses:
Field Experiences are embedded in courses.
Courses are 3 credits unless otherwise indicated. DEV 560 Family & Culture DEV 565 Play EDU 503 Methods of Teaching Elementary Mathematics EDU 521 Exploring Principles of Education* EDU 533 Learning through Technology* EDU 535 Early Childhood Health and Science
Also offered Online.
Exit Evaluation
Completion of ePortfolio under the direction of the seminar instructor
Educational Leadership – Principal Certification This program is designed for individuals who wish to become certified building principals. The program shall provide students with skills, competencies, and knowledge to provide leadership in the following areas: philosophy of learning; culture of teaching and learning; management of the organization and operation of a school; relationships with the broader community; ethics in learning; and the