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USW's master of science in education - online teaching focuses on building skillsets for teaching in a virtual environment.

Requirements for the 36-credit program include current educational trends, developing an online curriculum, and eLearning technologies. A capstone project concludes the coursework.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with a 3.0 minimum GPA and submit a personal essay, professional resume, and two recommendation letters.

UNCG offers a master of education in birth-kindergarten interdisciplinary studies and education and development. The program prepares students to assume leadership roles in education while developing effective, engaging programming for young children aged birth to five.

Requirements for the synchronous program include family-centered early childhood practices, educational research methods, early childhood education advanced curriculum, and mentoring young children. The program also requires a practicum and professional portfolio.

Applicants must present a professional statement, resume, official transcripts (3.0 minimum GPA), and three recommendation letters.

SFA's master of education in teaching and learning guides participants to serve a growingly diverse student population. Virtual class meetings supplement online courses.

Core courses for the 36-degree program include power and pedagogy, education data analysis, and family and community engagement. Participants select from specializations in ESL/bilingual, online teaching, or gifted and talented. A capstone completes the degree requirements.

Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution and submit transcripts showing a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA and a 2.8 in the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.

NSU's master of arts in teaching in early childhood education prepares educators to work with young children, their families, and their communities.

Geared toward those seeking alternate certification, the program consists of courses and a practicum, which addresses National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards. The 39-credit curriculum also includes early childhood-focused coursework and a one-year teaching internship.

Requirements include a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university (minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA), Praxis Core passing score, and recommendation letters.

Concordia offers a master of education in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). The 36-credit program meets Nebraska's English as a Second Language Endorsement and TESOL International Association Standards.

Coursework includes second language acquisition theories, language and culture, assessment, and a practicum.

Applicants must submit transcripts from previously attended institutions, a letter of intent, and a resume.

The 100% online master of education degree offered through UMO targets students with a Level A teaching license to obtain a Level M Licensure. Graduates obtain knowledge appropriate for National Board Certification applications.

Course requirements include diversity, teaching and learning theories and methods, and advanced literacy development. Students also focus on a practicum and licensure in early childhood education, elementary, or special education specializations.

Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution (minimum 3.0 GPA) and submit three recommendation letters and an essay.

DeSales offers a master of education degree. Small groups lead to quality interaction with mentors and field-educated professors.

Core courses for all specializations include foundations of education and advanced psychology of learning. Specialized courses fulfill requirements in early childhood, TESOL, higher education, or secondary education concentrations. The degrees include field and student teaching experiences.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree and submit a teaching certificate, if applicable. Other submission requirements include official transcripts, a personal statement, and recommendation letters.

Boise State's masters in teaching in special education leads to both a master's degree and certification recommendation for the Exceptional Child Generalist teaching license. The program emphasizes collaborative online activities and discussion.

Program coursework includes special education law, positive behavior supports, special educators mathematics, and family systems.

Applicants must prove a bachelor's degree (minimum 3.0 GPA), a passing score on the Praxis test, and two recommendation letters.

NAU offers a master of arts in teaching - teaching science with certification. The program targets teachers with science degrees looking to teach science at the secondary school level. The curriculum consists of synchronous courses and onsite fieldwork, and/or student teaching.

Coursework for the 34-credit program includes science methods, science assessment usage, adolescent teaching strategies, and English immersion methods.

Admission requirements include an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution (minimum 3.0 GPA) and submission of transcripts, two recommendations, a resume, and a personal statement.

Concordia's master of arts in teaching provides an initial education license for K-6 grade levels. The 2.5-year, 42-credit synchronous program prepares students to teach in Minnesota schools pending passage of MTLE tests.

Coursework includes learning and teaching psychology and content methods for teaching science, math, social studies, and literacy. A capstone completes the degree.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (cumulative 3.0 GPA). Other submission requirements include official transcripts and an essay.

The master of education in science education offered through Lesley teaches trained educators and curriculum specialists to integrate STEM education into learning and assessment strategies. The program may be studied for Massachusetts Professional Teacher Licensure or as a non-licensure program.

Requirements of the 33-credit program include life science, science classroom assessments, science education research, and curriculum design.

Applicants pursuing licensure through the program must hold a Massachusetts Initial Teacher License in either elementary or middle school. Additional submission requirements include transcripts, two recommendation letters, a personal statement, and a resume.

UWA offers a master of arts in teaching or master of education with Alabama teaching certification.

The 46-credit program is divided into professional courses (online) and field experience. Online classes include education foundations and planning, language arts teaching methods, and educational research techniques.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree (minimum 2.75 GPA) or master's degree (minimum 3.0 GPA) from a regionally accredited institution. Submission requirements include official transcripts.

CUC's master of education in teaching and learning provides current educators with an increased understanding of curriculum, instruction, and assessment theory. Participants also learn to apply diversity understanding to instructional practices.

The 30-credit curriculum covers learning theory fundamentals, multiliteracies studies, curriculum technology integration, and student learning assessments. A capstone completes the experience.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and pass the Test of Academic Proficiency. Additional submission requirements include transcripts, an objective statement, a writing sample, an essay, and two recommendation letters.

With its main campus in Pasadena, California, Pacific Oaks offers two online master's education programs. The elementary education program combines theory, practice, and academic requirements for the California Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. The special education focus trains participants on teaching students with mild to moderate disabilities.

Both programs comprise 43 credits and field experience and can lead to additional certification.

Admission requirements include a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, resume, personal statement, transcripts, and California Basic Educational Skills Test scores.

NYIT's childhood education, master of science targets working educators interested in furthering their understanding of child development and education.

Coursework includes curriculum design, education diversity, and early childhood, childhood, and adolescence education. NYIT also requires student teaching and a capstone. Participants may add a bilingual extension.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA). Other requirements include two recommendation letters, teaching certification, personal statement, and GRE or MAT scores.