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Nova Southeastern University’s M.S. in Elementary Education goes beyond foundational teaching strategies, offering an in-depth exploration of advanced educational theories, innovative teaching techniques, and practical skills essential for today’s educators. You’ll engage in academic theory and classroom application, with coursework led by experienced university faculty deeply involved in ongoing educational research, ensuring students are exposed to the latest developments and best practices.

A master’s in elementary education prepares graduates to excel as teachers in traditional elementary school settings and opens the door to a wide range of other educational careers. This versatile degree equips professionals with the tools and knowledge to adapt to evolving educational demands and pursue leadership roles in classroom and non-classroom settings.

*This non-certification program is not designed for state licensure/certification.

Quick Facts

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Tuition
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Curriculum
NSU’s M.S. in Education with a specialization in Elementary Education is 40 total credits to complete.
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Delivery Options
Coursework for the Master of Science in Education with a specialization in Elementary Education is conducted entirely online, allowing you to earn your degree without work disruption or long commutes.
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Application Deadlines
Applications for admission are accepted online and on a rolling basis for all graduate programs throughout the calendar year.

 

M.S. in Education - Elementary Education

Program Requirements (40 credits)

Credits

(CUR 526
Educational Research for Practitioners
/Credits: 3)
( EDU 508
Instructional and Assessment Strategies
/Credits: 3)
(ELE 503
Reading in the Elementary Classroom
/Credits: 3)
(ELE 504
Methods of Teaching Reading in the Elementary School
/Credits: 3)
(RED 552
Diagnosing Reading Difficulties of Diverse Learners
/Credits: 3)
(ELE 601
Teaching Language Arts in the Elementary School
/Credits: 3)
(ELE 502
Methods of Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School
/Credits: 3)
(ELE 602
Teaching of Science in the Elementary School
/Credits: 3)
(ELE 505
Teaching Visual Arts and Music in the Elementary School
/Credits: 3)
(ELE 506
Teaching Physical Education and Health Education in the Elementary School
/Credits: 3)
(ELE 603
Teaching Elementary Social Studies in a Multicultural Society
/Credits:  )
(TSOL 510
Classroom TESOL, Theory and Strategies for Teachers
/Credits:  )
(TSOL 520
Second Language Learning: Theory, Methods, and Evaluation
/Credits:  )
(ELE 699
Applied Professional Experience in Elementary Education
/Credits:  )

Acknowledgment regarding licensure for M.S. in Elementary Education

Contact your state department of education or speak with an adviser to determine if this program is suitable for certification/licensure and your career goals.

The applied professional experience is the capstone in the completion of this program. Conducted in an appropriate educational setting, candidates will maintain reflective journals and create files of samples of their students' work and the assessment instruments used to demonstrate achievement of the state professional and content standards. All applied professional experiences are accompanied by a portfolio detailing the rationale, process, and evaluation of the project. This course is one of the many practical applications included in the program.

 

Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Degree from a Regionally Accredited Institution
$50
Nonrefundable Application Fee (USD)
2.5
Or Higher GPA

Ready for the Next Step?

Have the following items ready to submit with your online application:

 

  • $50 application fee
  • Transcripts from all schools attended

 

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