The Master of Education degree in Teaching and Learning is a broad-based program of advanced preparation of master teachers anticipating a career of leadership in and beyond the classroom, and/or educators who wish to pursue graduate study in their specialty area beyond a bachelor’s degree.
Degree requirements include 24 core credits in the areas of effective teaching and classroom leadership, focused on student learning, the role of the teacher as an instructional leader, school improvement processes, social and philosophical foundations of education, and application of technology to research and best educational practices. To provide additional opportunity for professional growth and development, an 8-credit elective segment allows candidates to select one or more areas of special interest or need for further study.
Additional Admissions Requirements
Writing Sample for Admittance to Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning
Students are required to submit a well-written, comprehensive goal statement (typed, double-spaced). The goal statement should be of sufficient length (300-500 words is recommended) to thoughtfully present a description of self, background in education, and related professional work and interests; motivation for seeking entry into the Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning Program; and professional goals and research and/or scholarly interests. In addition, the statement should make it clear why a master’s degree in PSTL can help achieve the stated goals.
Program Goals
The program builds upon the Heritage University mission to prepare educators to positively impact learning for all students by developing leadership, knowledge, skills, and dispositions through the following:
- Utilizing foundational knowledge to address stated learning goals and essential academic learning requirements
- Applying current research and best practices in quality teaching and learning to encourage the intellectual, social, and personal development of all students
- Creating instructional opportunities adapted to learners from diverse cultural backgrounds and/or students with exceptional challenges
- Building learning communities of school colleagues, parents, and agencies to support students’ learning and well-being
- Contributing to the development of plans for school improvement
- Utilizing educational technology, including computers and other technologies, in instruction, assessment, and professional productivity
- Utilizing this professional growth opportunity to reflect on teaching, and its effects on student growth and learning, and to develop a professional growth plan
Credits
ED 511 Multicultural Education: Building Inclusive Communities............................................ 2
ED 514 Leadership and Resources..................................................................................... 2
ED 527 School Curriculum................................................................................................. 2
ED 553 Research Methods................................................................................................ 3
ED 564 Supervision for Effective Schools............................................................................. 2
ED 568 School Law........................................................................................................... 2
ED 582 Issues in Education............................................................................................... 2
ED 584 Measurement and Evaluation.................................................................................. 2
ED 590 Theories of Learning.............................................................................................. 2
ENG 551 Technical Writing2
Select one of the following
ED 595 Special Project
Or
ED 598 Thesis.................................................................................................................. 3
Electives (with approval of advisor).................................................................................................. 8
TOTAL CREDITS .......................................................................................................................... 32
Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning with Professional Certification: 32 credits
The Master of Education degree in Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning with Professional Certification is a broad-based program of advanced preparation of master teachers anticipating a career of leadership in and beyond the classroom, and/or educators who wish to pursue graduate study in their specialty area beyond the bachelor degree.
Degree requirements include 22 core credits in the areas of educational foundations, effective teaching, and classroom leadership, focused on student learning, research and best practice, parental collaboration and responsiveness to diverse community interests, school improvement planning, and educational technology. To provide additional opportunity for professional growth and development, a 10-credit segment is designed for the residency certificate for teachers who need to obtain professional certification. Faculty will work intentionally with students to assist them in meeting the portfolio expectations of the state’s ProTeach Portfolio.
Credits
ED 511 Multicultural Education: Building Inclusive Communities............................................. 2
ED 514 Leadership and Resources...................................................................................... 2
ED 527 School Curriculum.................................................................................................. 2
ED 553 Research Methods.................................................................................................. 3
ED 568 School Law............................................................................................................ 2
ED 570 School and Community Relations............................................................................. 2
ED 582 Issues in Education................................................................................................ 2
ED 584 Measurement and Evaluation................................................................................... 2
ED 590 Theories of Learning................................................................................................ 2
ED 595 Special Project....................................................................................................... 3
ED 504A Professional Certification Preparation I.................................................................... 2
ED 504B Professional Certification Preparation II................................................................... 2
ED 504C Professional Certification Preparation III.................................................................. 2
ED 593 Readings............................................................................................................... 2
ENG 551 Technical Writing.................................................................................................... 2
TOTAL CREDITS.............................................................................................................................. 32
Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning, with National Board-certified Teacher Preparation: 32 credits
A broad-based major designed to meet the needs of a certified teacher with three or more years of teaching who desires to become a National Board-certified teacher. Successful completion of National Board-certified Teacher Certification meets the professional certification standards for the State of Washington. Teachers who wish to obtain a Master of Education degree have the opportunity to earn the degree and prepare for submission of their individual work products to the National Board for certification.
Degree requirements include 22 core credits in the areas of educational foundations, effective teaching and classroom leadership focused on student learning, current research and best practice, parental collaboration and responsiveness to diverse community interests, school improvement planning, and educational technology. To provide additional opportunity for professional growth and development, a 10-credit segment is designed for the National Board submission/preparation work.
Credits
ED 511 Multicultural Education: Building Inclusive Communities.............................................. 2
ED 514 Leadership and Resources........................................................................................ 2
ED 527 School Curriculum.................................................................................................... 2
ED 553 Research Methods................................................................................................... 3
ED 568 School Law.............................................................................................................. 2
ED 570 School and Community Relations.............................................................................. 2
ED 582 Issues in Education.................................................................................................. 2
ED 584 Measurement and Evaluation..................................................................................... 2
ED 590 Theories of Learning................................................................................................. 2
ED 595 Special Project........................................................................................................ 3
ED 593 Readings in Education.............................................................................................. 3
ED 501A National Board-certified Teacher Preparation I........................................................ 3
ED 501B National Board-certified Teacher Preparation II........................................................ 4
TOTAL CREDITS ............................................................................................................................. 32
Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning, Specialization in Bilingual Education: 34 credits
The Heritage University graduate program provides a Master of Education degree in Professional Studies, with a Specialization in Bilingual Education. This is a specialized program designed to prepare educators who anticipate a career working with English language learners.
Program Goals
The primary purpose of the program is to provide quality professional study to enable educators to positively impact the academic achievement of English language learners. Educators completing this program will receive the knowledge, necessary tools, and support to be successful in the challenging work of effectively teaching and working with English language learners.
The program is designed to do the following:
- Build professional learning communities that support teacher knowledge, and skills that facilitate culturally responsive teaching across the system
- Apply current research and instructional strategies designed to increase student achievement of all English language learners in schools, with the effect of closing the achievement gap
- Receive training on pedagogy that fosters equity, inclusion, and empowerment of students, parents, and the overall community
- Plan, implement, and manage appropriate instructional environments that provide the necessary curriculum adaptations and modifications to ensure student success
- Produce a qualified candidate with a bilingual endorsement or equivalent
- Meet OSPI and state standards for teaching bilingual education
Credits
ED 511 Multicultural Education: Building Inclusive Communities............................................. 2
ED 514 Leadership and Resources...................................................................................... 2
ED 553 Research Methods.................................................................................................. 3
ED 568 School Law............................................................................................................ 2
ED 582 Issues in Education................................................................................................ 2
ED 584 Measurement and Evaluation................................................................................... 2
ED 590 Theories of Learning................................................................................................ 2
BLE 505 Foreign Language Proficiency.................................................................................. 0
BLE 595 Special Project....................................................................................................... 3
*BLE 520 History/Theory of Bilingual Education...................................................................... 2
*BLE 522 ESL in Content Areas............................................................................................. 2
*BLE 523A Applied Linguistics I
Or
*BLE 523B Applied Linguistics II.............................................................................................. 2
*BLE 535 Sociolinguistics...................................................................................................... 2
*BLE 526 Literacy and the Bilingual/ESL Student.................................................................... 3
*BLE 527 Instructional Methods and Assessment in Teaching Bilingual/ESL............................. 3
*BLE 572 Practicum.............................................................................................................. 2
TOTAL CREDITS ................................................................................................................ 34 credits
*Bilingual Education Endorsement
Candidates must pass the specifically required WEST-E and ACTFL language proficiency assessments, as well as any required pedagogical assessments, before any endorsement will be recommended. Students are encouraged to take the ACTFL early in their program. This will assist in determining if foreign language course work is necessary.
Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning, Specialization in Biology: 34 credits
The Master of Education degree in Professional Studies is a broad-based program of advanced preparation of master teachers anticipating a career of leadership in and beyond the classroom and/or educators who wish to pursue graduate study in their specialty area beyond the bachelor degree.
Degree requirements include 16 core credits in the areas of educational foundations, effective teaching and classroom leadership focused on student learning, current research and best practice, parental collaboration and responsiveness to diverse community interests, school improvement planning, and educational technology.
This specialization is intended for an educator whose goal is to be a leader in science education. Teachers will improve their existing knowledge of science and deepen their understanding of pedagogy and research. The program below will fulfill Washington State requirements for a biology endorsement.
Credits
ED 511 Multicultural Education: Building Inclusive Communities...................................... 2
ED 514 Leadership and Resources............................................................................... 2
ED 527 School Curriculum........................................................................................... 2
ED 553 Research Methods.......................................................................................... 3
ED 584 Measurement and Evaluation............................................................................ 2
ED 590 Theories of Learning........................................................................................ 2
ED 595 Special Project............................................................................................... 3
*BIOL 514 Botany........................................................................................................... 4
*ENSC 502 Advanced Principles of Environmental Science................................................... 2
*CHEM 510 Biochemistry
Or
*CHEM 511 Organic Chemistry
Or
*CHEM 515 Physical Chemistry I
Or
*CHEM 516 Physical Chemistry II....................................................................................... 4
*BIOL 510D Vertebrate Zoology
Or
*BIOL 510F Invertebrate Zoology..................................................................................... 4
*BIOL 515 Genetics and Cell Biology.............................................................................. 4
TOTAL CREDITS .................................................................................................................... 34
*Biology Endorsement
Candidates must pass the specifically required WEST-E and any required pedagogical assessments before any endorsement will be recommended.
Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning, Specialization in English Language and Literature: 34 credits
The English Graduate Program offers several degree paths for students seeking additional study of literature, language, and writing. Students may pursue a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Teaching and Learning, with a Specialization in English Language and Literature, combining course work in English and Education; or a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Multicultural English Literature and Language, with additional course work in a more specialized area of English. Consider carefully which path would best suit your goals.
Program Goals and Objectives
Our primary goal is to produce graduates qualified (as appropriate) with English/Language Arts Endorsement; credentials to instruct college-level courses in writing, language, and literature; and/or preparation to gain admission to terminal degree programs in English or related fields. In order to do so, graduates must develop the following knowledge, skills, and dispositions:
- Understand the history, development, and structure of the English language and know how English language theory relates in practice to the teaching and learning of language, both spoken and written
- Be aware of contemporary approaches to the composition process and be able to demonstrate that knowledge in a variety of genres, as well as connect that knowledge and those skills to the pedagogy of writing
- Know and appreciate the diversity of voices in both Anglo-American and global literature, as well as be able to apply classical and contemporary critical approaches to illuminate texts for colleagues and students
- Demonstrate strong research, writing, and presentation skills through the production of works suitable for presentation and publication as appropriate to the student’s concentration, including the master’s thesis
The Master of Education degree in Professional Studies is a broad-based program of advanced preparation of master teachers anticipating a career of leadership in the classroom, and/or educators who wish to pursue graduate study in their specialty area beyond the bachelor degree.
Degree requirements include 16 core credits in the areas of educational foundations, effective teaching and classroom leadership focused on student learning, current research and best practice, parental collaboration and responsiveness to diverse community interests, school improvement planning, and educational technology. The remaining 18 credits in the English specialization include the key course work required to teach effectively at the secondary or college level.
This specialization serves those who desire to become leaders in English education. It is especially well-suited for students who are seeking the English Language Arts (5-12) endorsement or who already have an M.Ed. degree but wish to obtain a second M.Ed. in a content area to obtain qualifications to teach at the secondary or college level. This program will expand on their existing knowledge of English language and literature and deepen their knowledge of pedagogy and research in the discipline. Persons seeking an endorsement in English Language Arts (5-12) may follow the endorsement option to tailor their program to prepare them for the WEST-E.
Credits
ED 511 Multicultural Education: Building Inclusive Communities............................................... 2
ED 514 Leadership and Resources........................................................................................ 2
One of the Following:
ED 553 Research Methods
Or
ENG 553 Research Methods................................................................................................... 3
ED 527 School Curriculum.................................................................................................... 2
ED 584 Measurement and Evaluation..................................................................................... 2
ED 590 Theories of Learning................................................................................................. 2
One of the Following:........................................................................................................................... 3
ED 598 Thesis
ENG 553 Thesis
BLE/ENG 523A Applied Linguistics I............................................................................................... 2
(If undergraduate linguistics course taken, replace with 2 semester credits of English or approved elective)
BLE/ENG 523B Applied Linguistics II............................................................................................... 2
One of the Following:........................................................................................................................... 2
ENG 507 Language Acquisition
ENG 530 Syntax
ENG 535 Sociolinguistics
Required Theory Courses .................................................................................................................... 4
ENG 550 Literary Theory
ENG 554 Teaching Composition
Two of the Following:........................................................................................................................ 2/2
ENG 515 British Literature
ENG 521A World Literature I: Origins to 1500s
ENG 521B World Literature II: 1500-Present
ENG 525 American Literature I: Origins to Realism
ENG 526 American Literature II: Modernism to the Present
ENG 540 Literature by Women
ENG 541 Hispanic-Latino/a-Chicano/a Literature
ENG 542 Native American Literature
One of the Following:........................................................................................................................... 2
ENG 510A Poetry
ENG 510B Grant Writing
ENG 552 Creative Writing
ENG 590A/B/C Practicum in Teaching Composition/AELP/Literature
Additional ENG Course or Approved Elective.......................................................................................... 2
English Language Arts Endorsement: 20 credits
Graduate students pursuing an English Language Arts (5-12) endorsement either by itself or in conjunction with the M.Ed. specialization in English Language and Literature should select the following course work to prepare for the WEST-E examination, which must be completed along with any other State of Washington certification requirements.
ENG 523A Applied Linguistics I.............................................................................................. 2
(If undergraduate linguistics course taken, replace with 2 semester credits of approved English elective)
ENG 523B Applied Linguistics II.............................................................................................. 2
ENG 550 Literary Theory...................................................................................................... 2
ENG 554 Teaching Composition........................................................................................... 2
ENG 515 British Literature.................................................................................................... 2
ENG 521B World Literature II: 1500-Present............................................................................. 2
ENG 525 American Literature I: Origins to Realism................................................................. 2
ENG 526 American Literature II: Modernism to the Present..................................................... 2
One of the Following:...................................................................................................................... 2
ENG 507 Language Acquisition
ENG 530 Syntax
ENG 535 Sociolinguistics
One of the Following....................................................................................................................... 2
ENG 590A Practicum in Teaching Composition
ENG 590B Practicum in AELP
ENG 590C Practicum in Literature
TOTAL CREDITS FOR ENDORSEMENT = 20 graduate semester credits + 15 English undergraduate semester credits
English Language Arts Endorsement
Candidates must pass the specifically required WEST-E and any required pedagogical assessments before any endorsement will be recommended.
Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning, Specialization in English as a Second Language (ESL): 34 credits
The Heritage University graduate program provides a Master of Education degree in Professional Studies with a specialization in English as a Second Language (ESL). This is a specialized program designed to prepare educators who anticipate a career working with English language learners.
Program Goals
The primary purpose of the program is to provide quality professional study to enable educators to positively impact the academic achievement of English language learners. Educators completing this program will receive the knowledge, necessary tools, and support to be successful in the challenging work of effectively teaching and working with English language learners.
The program is designed to do the following:
- Build professional learning communities that support teacher knowledge and skills that facilitate culturally responsive teaching across the system
- Apply current research and instructional strategies designed to increase student achievement of all English language learners in schools, with the effect of closing the achievement gap
- Receive training on pedagogy that fosters equity, inclusion, and empowerment of students, parents, and the overall community
- Plan, implement, and manage appropriate instructional environments that provide the necessary curriculum adaptations and modifications to ensure student success
- Produce a qualified candidate with an ESL endorsement or equivalent
- Meet OSPI and state standards for all English language learners
Credits
ED 511 Multicultural Education: Building Inclusive Communities............................................. 2
ED 514 Leadership and Resources...................................................................................... 2
ED 553 Research Methods.................................................................................................. 3
ED 568 School Law............................................................................................................ 2
ED 582 Issues in Education................................................................................................ 2
ED 584 Measurement and Evaluation................................................................................... 2
ED 590 Theories of Learning................................................................................................ 2
*BLE 520 History/Theory of Bilingual Education........................................................................ 2
*BLE 522 ESL in Content Areas................................................................................................... 2
*BLE 523A Applied Linguistics I
Or
*BLE 523B Applied Linguistics II............................................................................................... 2
*BLE 526 Literacy and the Bilingual/ESL Student..................................................................... 3
*BLE 527 Instructional Methods and Assessment in Teaching Bilingual/ESL.............................. 3
*BLE 535 Sociolinguistics...................................................................................................... 2
*BLE 572 Practicum.............................................................................................................. 2
BLE 595 Special Project....................................................................................................... 3
TOTAL CREDITS ................................................................................................................ 34 credits
English as a Second Language (ESL ) Endorsement
Candidates must pass the specifically required WEST-E and any required pedagogical assessments before any endorsement will be recommended.
Professional Studies in Teaching and Learning, Specialization in Reading/Literacy: 34 Credits
The Master of Education degree in Professional Studies is a broad-based program of advanced preparation of master teachers anticipating a career of leadership in the classroom, and/or educators who wish to pursue graduate study in their specialty area beyond the bachelor degree.
Degree requirements include 18 core credits in the areas of educational foundations, effective teaching and classroom leadership focused on student learning, current research and best practice, parental collaboration and responsiveness to diverse community interests, school improvement planning, and educational technology.
This specialization is intended for an educator who anticipates working in the K-12 classroom as a leader in reading/literacy education. Teachers will improve on their existing knowledge of reading/literacy and deepen their understanding of pedagogy and research. The program below will fulfill the Washington State requirements for a reading/literacy endorsement.
Credits
ED 507A Professional Portfolio Development........................................................................... 1
ED 511 Multicultural Education: Building Inclusive Communities............................................. 2
ED 514 Leadership and Resources...................................................................................... 2
ED 553 Research Methods.................................................................................................. 3
ED 568 School Law............................................................................................................ 2
ED 570 School and Community Relations............................................................................. 2
ED 584 Measurement and Evaluation................................................................................... 2
ED 596A Professional Portfolio Assessment........................................................................... 4
*RDG 502 Theoretical Foundations of Reading.......................................................................... 2
*RDG 504 Literacy through Children’s and Adolescent Literature................................................ 2
*RDG 505 Beginning Literacy.................................................................................................. 2
*RDG 506 Instructional Methods in Reading, Writing, and Communication................................... 2
*RDG 507 Assessment and Diagnosis of Reading, Writing, and Communication.......................... 2
*RDG 509 Content Area Literacy............................................................................................. 2
*RDG 510 Developing and Teaching Literacy in a Multicultural Setting......................................... 2
*RDG 573 Reading/Literacy Internship...................................................................................... 2
TOTAL CREDITS ........................................................................................................................... 34
Reading Endorsement
Candidates must pass the specifically required WEST-E and any required pedagogical assessments before any endorsement will be recommended.
DISCLAIMER: The current requirements for professional certification change August 31, 2011. After that time, a certificate will be obtained only by successfully completing an electronic portfolio and submitting it for external assessment. Please contact the Professional Education Standards Board (PESB) of the State of Washington for details.
The endorsement for English as a Second Language is called English Language Learner (ELL) by the State of Washington’s certification office.
3The endorsement for English as a Second Language is called English Language Learner (ELL) by the State of Washington’s certification office.