Alcorn State University · USA

Master of Science in Elementary Education in Early Childhood Education

Campus Masters Full Time

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Delivery

Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Level

Masters

Introduction

Master of Science in Elementary Education in Early Childhood Education is a Masters program taught at Alcorn State University, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (6 years to complete the master’s program) options.

The Master of Science in Elementary Education (MSEd) in Early Childhood Education at Alcorn State University prepares students to apply theory and new research to educational practice. Students explore issues in education, design curriculum, and use central concepts, tools of inquiry, structures, contemporary theories, and paradigms that support classroom climate and students’ social, emotional, physical, and psychological development.

The degree requires 33 credit hours: 12 hours of Core courses, 15 hours of Required Courses, and six hours of Electives. The program includes coursework that focuses on lesson segments, performance-based assessments, and media and technology for professional development and student learning. Exit Exams include a Core Examination and an Area Examination, and graduation also includes residency, grading limits, and transcript requirements.

Modules

ED 512 Foundations of American Education
ED 514 Methods of Educational Research
ED 533 Curriculum Development
PH 513 Advanced Educational Psychology
ED 538 Reading and Language Arts Experiences in ECE
ED 539 Mathematics Concepts and Experiences in ECE
ED 541 Behavior Factors and Experiences in ECE
ED 543 Theory and Historical Developments in ECE
ED 545 Seminar in ECE
ED 535 Models of Teaching in ECE
ED 536 Assessing the Young Child
ED 542 Practicum in ECE

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Science in Elementary Education in Early Childhood Education at Alcorn State University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

program specific academic requirment set by Alcorn State University.
English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Alcorn State University as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Science in Elementary Education in Early Childhood Education.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Students applying for entrance to the Master of Science in Elementary Education are required to submit an application for admission, Apply Online (www.alcorn.edu/academics/graduate-studies).
Educator License: A Standard Educator License in a teaching area is required for admission to programs in the Master of Science in Elementary Education in Early Childhood Education.
Two letters of recommendation
Official transcript from an accredited school (if a student has attended more than one school, transcripts must be submitted from all schools attended). At least one transcript must document the student has a bachelor’s degree.
Immunization Record
Decisions are made only after receipt of all credentials by the Department of Education and Psychology admission committee. The department uses an admission formula to accept students. The entire application packet, including all supporting materials, must be submitted to the Graduate School.