Teaching and Learning: Elementary Education (MA)

Learn how to create a productive class climate and provide differentiated instructional activities for a diverse group of students. In the Elementary Education master’s program, you’ll challenge students at varied levels of development and play a critical role in their lives by bringing subjects to life.You have the option to pursue an initial Illinois Teaching License (PEL) with an Elementary Education (Grades 1–6) endorsement, or if you are already a licensed teacher, you can add an Elementary Education (Grades 1–6) endorsement to your PEL.Classes take place primarily in person on the Lincoln Park Campus, although some courses are offered using hybrid or online modalities during certain quarters. The program can be completed in two years.

To be eligible to enroll in the Elementary Education master's degree program, students must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.