Master of Arts in Elementary Education - Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics ((STEM)

The Master of Arts program in elementary education with a specialization in mathematics, science, and technology is designed for experienced elementary school teachers who seek the skills, knowledge, and dispositions to integrate the teaching of these areas. Technology is defined as information technology, the integration of skills that require the use of computer applications to enhance student learning of mathematics and science as well as design technology, which encompasses the study of the technological world that inventors, engineers, and other innovators have created. Both educational technology and design technology are applied to the study of elementary science and mathematics to further the development of meaningful understanding in these areas. Integration of these areas occurs within a broader understanding of the way in which society both reflects and shapes curriculum and pedagogy in schools.The program is designed to provide advanced study in the elementary curriculum for those currently holding New York state initial teacher certification. Graduate students who enter the program on a non-matriculated basis prior to making applications for acceptance to the program are limited to a maximum of 12 semester hours of course work.

New York State initial certificate to teach early childhood or childhood education.A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on all undergraduate course work or its equivalent (e.g., a 3.0 in a completed graduate program). We encourage you to submit all transcripts from your undergraduate work and any graduate work for consideration.A minimum GPA of 2.75 on course work in the liberal arts and sciences.Two letters of recommendation addressing the applicant’s success in the teaching profession and the capacity to undertake graduate study.A written personal statement of professional intent and rationale.An interview with the program director.TOEFL - 80IELTS - 6.5