MEd in Learning, Teaching and Curriculum with Emphasis in Social Studies Education Certification

The masters degree program in Social Studies Education is primarily for students who want to become classroom teachers, grades 6-12, who wish to advance their knowledge and practice of social studies while meeting requirements for certification in Missouri. The program of study is designed for students who already possess a Social Studies or History content area degree, to meet the teaching certification requirements as outlined by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. All courses will be delivered through an asynchronous online format with the exception of the clinical experiences. If you want to engage in meaningful discussion about the role of social studies and how research and theory can inform classroom practice, this may be the degree for you.

Degree Requirements

Successful completion of the program requires a minimum of 30 credit hours. In addition, to the teaching-related courses listed below, minimum history or social studies content area credits and clinical experiences must be completed.