Master of Science in Teaching and Leadership
Admission Requirements
The applicant must meet the School of Graduate Studies’ current minimum general admission requirements as published in the graduate catalog.
The Teaching and Leadership Master of Science (M.S.) offers three tracks:
Teaching and Leadership Track 1 is designed for graduate students who have previously earned an education degree and have or are eligible to receive a teaching license. The Specialization options for the M.S. Track 1 include:
- Elementary Education
- Middle/Secondary Education
- Principalship (This specialization requires three years of teaching experience)
- Instructional Coaching
- STEM Education
- Behavioral Supports in Education
- Generalist (Choose courses listed under the other Specializations)
Teaching and Leadership Track 2 is designed for graduate students who have previously earned a bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in a middle or secondary education content area and are seeking initial licensure at the graduate level. The core academic subjects for the M.S. Track 2 include:
- English Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Sciences
- Foreign Languages
- Social Studies
Teaching and Leadership Track 3 is designed for graduate students who have previously earned a degree in education and have or are eligible for North Dakota teacher licensure.
- Graduate students with a teaching degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education can apply to the Elementary Education Resident Teacher Program.
- Graduate students with a teaching degree in Elementary Education, Middle Level, or Secondary Education can apply to the Middle School Resident Teacher Program.
Teaching and Leadership Track 1 and 3 Admission Process
- Complete the School of Graduate Studies online application.
- Submit the application fee.
- Identify three individuals to complete the recommendation forms: 1) an education supervisor or administrator; 2) a professional colleague or university professor; 3) a person of your choosing who can speak to your professional skills or experiences.
- Send official transcripts from each institution attended to the School of Graduate Studies.
- Answer the three essay prompts on the School of Graduate Studies online application. This essay should be no longer than three double-spaced pages. The prompts include: 1) Provide a narrative describing the chronological history of all your professional teaching and administration experiences, including achievements and any academic honors. 2) What are the characteristics, attitudes, values, and/or skills that you think will make you a good candidate for this graduate program? 3) Describe several personal and professional goals you would like to achieve in the next five years. Include in your description reasons why these goals are important to you.
- Cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or at least 3.00 GPA for the junior and senior years of undergraduate degree (based on A=4.0).
- Applicants must satisfy the School of Graduate Studies’ English Language Proficiency requirements as listed in the Graduate Academic Information section of the graduate catalog. Students who have received a bachelor’s degree or higher from the United States or English-speaking Canada are not required to submit the TOEFL.
Degree Requirements Teaching and Leadership M.S. Track 1 and Track 3
Graduate students are encouraged to consult with their academic advisor regarding their Program of Study.
- A minimum of 30 credits.
- A maximum of one-fourth of the credit hours may be transferred from another institution, depending on the courses and grades.
Track 1 Core Requirements (14 credits)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core | ||
| EDL 513 | Leading Curriculum and Learning | 3 |
| EDL 515 | Education Law and Ethics | 3 |
| T&L 532 | Leading Teacher Learning | 3 |
| T&L 569 | Action Research | 3 |
| or | ||
| T&L 579 | Classroom Based Inquiry | 3 |
| EDL 997 | Independent Study | 2 |
| or | ||
| T&L 997 | Independent Study | 2 |
Track 1 Specialization Area Coursework (16 credits)
Choose one Specialization. The Specializations include the following: Principalship, Elementary Education, Instructional Coaching, Middle/Secondary Education, STEM Education, Behavioral Supports in Education, or Generalist.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Principalship Specialization - Requires three years of teaching experience (16 credits) | ||
| EDL 501 | Leadership and Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| EDL 514 | Supervision and Staff Development | 3 |
| EDL 519 | Principalship | 3 |
| EDL 593 | Internship in Educational Leadership | 4 |
| EFR 506 | Multicultural Education | 3 |
| Elementary Education Specialization (16 credits) | ||
| T&L 518 | Methods in Elementary STEM Education | 3 |
| T&L 519 | Social Studies in the Elementary School | 3 |
| T&L 522 | Mathematics in the Elementary School | 3 |
| T&L 530 | Foundations of Reading Instruction | 3 |
| T&L 580 | Practicum in Schools | 3 |
| T&L 596 | Individual Research in Education | 1 |
| Instructional Coaching Specialization (16 credits) | ||
| T&L 563 | Classroom Based Coaching Practices | 3 |
| T&L 564 | Designing Professional Development for Teachers | 3 |
| T&L 565 | Instructional Coaching Clinical | 3 |
| T&L 596 | Individual Research in Education | 1 |
| EDL 501 | Leadership and Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| EFR 506 | Multicultural Education | 3 |
| Middle/Secondary Education Specialization (16 credits) | ||
| EFR 500 | Introduction to the Foundations of Education | 3 |
| T&L 542 | Models of Teaching | 3 |
| T&L 515 | Middle School Curriculum | 3 |
| or | ||
| T&L 516 | Philosophy and Foundations of Middle School Education | 3 |
| T&L 577 | Assessment of Learning (Content Area Elective) | 3 |
| Select any three credit content area elective | ||
| T&L 580 | Practicum in Schools | 1 |
| T&L 596 | Individual Research in Education | 1 |
| STEM Education Specialization (16 credits) | ||
| T&L 518 | Methods in Elementary STEM Education | 3 |
| T&L 552 | Online Teaching Practice & Innovation | 3 |
| T&L 554 | Nature of Science and Science Education | 3 |
| T&L 555 | Issues of Motivation and Equity in STEM Education | 3 |
| T&L 556 | Constructivism in STEM Teaching and Learning | 3 |
| T&L 580 | Practicum in Schools | 1 |
| or | ||
| T&L 596 | Individual Research in Education | 1 |
| Behavioral Supports in Education Specialization (16 credits) | ||
| SPED 541 | Methods and Applications in Behavior Analysis | 3 |
| SPED 555 | Advanced Methods: Emotional Behavioral Disorders | 3 |
| T&L 553 | Collaborative Relationships: Home, School and Community | 3 |
| SPED 578 | Behavior Management | 3 |
| SPED 590 | Special Topics in Special Education (Behavioral Assessment & Tiered Supports in Education ) | 3 |
| T&L 580 | Practicum in Schools | 1 |
| or | ||
| T&L 596 | Individual Research in Education | 1 |
| Generalist Specialization (16 credits) | ||
| Select five courses from any of the Specializations (15 credits) and one of the following two courses | ||
| T&L 580 | Practicum in Schools | 1 |
| or | ||
| T&L 596 | Individual Research in Education | 1 |
Track 2: Initial Licensure at the Middle/Secondary Level
A four-year bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in the following licenseable content areas: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Sciences, Foreign Languages, and Social Studies at the middle or secondary education level.
- Cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or at least 3.00 GPA for the junior and senior years of undergraduate degree (based on A=4.0).
- Applicants must satisfy the School of Graduate Studies’ English Language Proficiency requirements as listed in the Graduate Academic Information section of the graduate catalog. Students who have received a bachelor’s degree or higher from the United States or English-speaking Canada are not required to submit the TOEFL.
Track 2 Degree Requirements (32 credits)
Students must satisfy all general requirements established by the School of Graduate Studies as well as specific requirements established for the preparation of teachers for initial licensure. Students must:
1. Pass the PRAXIS Core examination prior to being admitted (www.ets.org).
2. Complete a Child Development or Adolescent Development course as a prerequisite for this program.
Track 2 Requirements (32 Credits)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| T&L 500 | The Professional Teacher | 3 |
| EFR 506 | Multicultural Education | 3 |
| T&L 542 | Models of Teaching | 3 |
| T&L 590 | Special Topics (Specialized Instructional Methods) | 2 |
| SPED 552 | Inclusive Methods | 3 |
| T&L 580 | Practicum in Schools (field experience) | 1 |
| T&L 584 | Internship in Education (10 weeks) | 6 |
| T&L 590 | Special Topics (Educational Technology in Schools) | 3 |
| T&L 995 | Scholarly Project | 2 |
| Total | 26 | |
| Track 2 Research (6 credits from the following): | ||
| T&L 569 | Action Research | 3 |
| T&L 577 | Assessment of Learning | 3 |
Track 3 Resident Teacher Programs in Elementary Education or Middle-Level Education (30 credits)
This specialization is a partnership between UND and the Grand Forks Public School District. It involves a highly competitive interview process for first-year teachers who have not previously held a teaching contract. There are a limited number of positions available for this one-year teaching contract in Grand Forks, ND.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| T&L 569 | Action Research | 3 |
| T&L 581 | Resident Internship | 3 |
| T&L 582 | Resident Internship | 3 |
| T&L 995 | Scholarly Project | 2 |
| or | ||
| T&L 997 | Independent Study | 2 |
| Track 3 Resident Teacher - Elementary Education | ||
| T&L 589 | Professional Development: Resident Teacher Program | 1 |
| T&L 518 | Methods in Elementary STEM Education | 3 |
| T&L 519 | Social Studies in the Elementary School | 3 |
| T&L 522 | Mathematics in the Elementary School | 3 |
| T&L 530 | Foundations of Reading Instruction | 3 |
| EFR 509 | Introduction to Applied Educational Research | 3 |
| Elective of any TL or SPED course numbered 500 or above | 3 | |
| Track 3 Resident Teacher - Middle Level Education | ||
| T&L 515 | Middle School Curriculum | 3 |
| T&L 516 | Philosophy and Foundations of Middle School Education | 3 |
| T&L 542 | Models of Teaching | 3 |
| T&L 577 | Assessment of Learning | 3 |
| T&L 590 | Special Topics (Instructional Practice & Theory) | 1 |
| EFR 500 | Introduction to the Foundations of Education | 3 |
| EFR 509 | Introduction to Applied Educational Research | 3 |