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College of Education

Teaching and Learning

This program of study leads to the Master of Education degree and Texas teacher certification.

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Degree
  • Master of Education
Location
  • Online
Type of Instruction
  • Online
Length

30 Credit Hours

Earn Your Teaching certification 

The Teaching and Learning program leads to both a Master of Education degree and Texas teacher certification. Complete 24 hours of course work and six hours of field experience, completed through an internship with a Texas P-12 school and culminating in a graduate research project. The Teaching and Learning program is fully accredited by the Texas Education Agency through the Texas Accountability System for Educator Preparation Programs.

Does this degree lead to teacher certification?

Yes, this program is designed for those with a bachelor’s degree in another subject area, that would like to become a teacher. This post-bac degree results in an M.Ed. and teacher certification.

Where and How is This Program Available?

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The Teaching and Learning program is fully accredited by the Texas Education Agency through the Texas Accountability System for Educator Preparation Programs.

Master’s Degree and Certification

Earn your Master of Education in Teaching and Learning alongside your Texas Teaching Certification with our 30 credit-hour program. With 18 hours of core coursework and 12 hours of certification-specific coursework including internship, become fully certified to teach in Texas schools.

  • Intern at a Texas School

    As part of 30 hours of coursework, candidates complete six hours of field work, performed as an internship in a Texas P-12 school.

  • Certification Coursework

    Candidates complete coursework according to the certification area of their choice. From early childhood education to current technologies in education, complete coursework to earn certification in PK-3 or EC-6, 4-8, and 7-12.

  • Evidence-Based Methods

    Study, prepare, and implement evidence-based methods of teaching and learning to ensure successful integration into the classroom upon graduation.

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Find Your Future Career

Earn your Master of Education in Teaching and Learning while earning Texas Certification

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Faculty Dedicated to Your Success

Our experienced faculty have extensive experience in the classroom and mentoring future teachers.

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