Master of Science in
Education Programs
Master of Science (MS) in Education
Our online MS programs help you develop the competencies you need to add to your
teaching techniques or move into administration and leadership.
Master of Science (MS) in Education - Advanced Classroom
Instruction (For Licensed Teachers)
The best teachers learn the most about teaching from their students. This online
program offers you the opportunity to incubate, share, and test ideas for your
classroom in collaboration with experienced faculty and other licensed teachers
from throughout the nation. Curriculum is designed to help you expand your reach
in classrooms that are academically, racially, ethnically and economically
diverse.
Focus/subject areas in this specialization include:
- Elementary classroom teaching
- Secondary classroom teaching
- Advanced instruction in mathematics
- Advanced instruction in science
- Teacher leadership
- Virtual school teaching
Portfolio/practicum
Throughout the program you will build a portfolio to demonstrate mastery of key
competencies and new skills. In your final course, you'll complete a specialized
practicum that bears out your status as an exceptional teacher.
Master of Science (MS) in Education - Curriculum and
Instruction (For Licensed Teachers)
Curriculum and instruction experts at the building and district level are in
high demand. In this online master’s degree specialization, licensed teachers
will gain key competencies through theoretical study and collaboration with
seasoned practitioners. You will acquire tools, techniques and technologies to
meet your district’s challenges of developing differentiated curriculum and
instruction methods.
Portfolio/practicum
Throughout the program you will build a portfolio to demonstrate mastery of
key competencies and new skills. In your final course, you will complete a
specialized practicum that bears out your status as an exceptional teacher.
Master of Science (MS) in Education - Enrollment
Management
Today's competitive higher-education environment demands
skilled enrollment management professionals. This specialization offers the
latest tools and strategies for enrollment management and is immediately
applicable to real-world demands. Curriculum focuses on effective enrollment
management, student retention, marketing strategies, technology applications,
and strategic enrollment planning. This program is offered in partnership with
Noel-Levitz, a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in higher
education student recruitment and retention. Graduates of this specialization
will receive two credentials: a Capella University master's degree and a
Certification in Enrollment Management - a professional certificate issued by
Noel-Levitz*.
*As with all programs involving
endorsement, licensure, or certification, individual states have varying
requirements. Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, endorsement or
certification will be granted. For this reason, it is important that learners
interested in these programs contact the appropriate authority in their state.
Capella University will be seeking approval of this new specialization from the
states of Washington, Arizona, Wisconsin, Alabama, Virginia, and Kentucky. Until
such approvals are granted, learners are advised that this program is not
approved and may not qualify for certification, endorsement, or licensure
purposes. Contact your enrollment counselor for current approval status in these
states.
Master of Science (MS) in Education - Instructional
Design for Online Learning
The online master’s degree specialization in instructional design for online
learning will prepare you to lead and manage instructional challenges in a
variety of online educational settings in community colleges, universities,
vocational, or other schools. Assignments and discussions cover how to plan,
organize, design, teach, and evaluate course work according to tested
principles for online learning.
Master of Science (MS) in Education - Leadership for
Higher Education
This MS specialization is designed for individuals interested in leadership
positions in higher education settings. Working with experienced higher ed
leaders, you will develop practical leadership skills to successfully lead
community and technical colleges and other 4-year institutions. This online
specialization is ideal for mid-career administrators that aspire to positions
such as dean of student affairs, registrar, director of financial aid, and
director of student services.
Master of Science (MS) in Education - Leadership in
Educational Administration (For Licensed Teachers)
This state-approved* online MS program leads licensed teachers toward principal
or superintendent licensure in their home states through preparation that meets
nationally recognized leadership standards, including the Interstate School
Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC). Our program uses a multi-disciplinary
learning model designed to expand your leadership capabilities, while providing
practical strategies to increase student achievement. This results-oriented
program will fully prepare you to translate theory into effective leadership
practice, so you can make a profound, positive impact as you move forward to
school administration.
Portfolio/practicum
Throughout the program you will build a portfolio to demonstrate mastery of key
competencies and new skills. In your final course, you’ll complete a specialized
practicum that bears out your status as an exceptional leader.
* The leadership in educational administration specialization is
conditionally approved by the Arizona Department of Education through November
2004. Capella is in the process of applying for full approval. Arizona
Department of Education, 1535 West Jefferson, Phoenix, AZ 85007, (602) 652-4391
Master of Science (MS) in Education - Postsecondary and
Adult Education
The online master’s degree specialization in postsecondary and adult education
will help you develop and enhance skills for effective teaching in a variety of
career and educational settings, including adult education, workforce
development, continuing education, higher education, and military education. The
curriculum focuses on major theories of adult learning and distance education
and supports successful strategies for enhancing learning for individuals with
diverse backgrounds.
Master of Science (MS) in Education - Professional
Studies in Education
The master’s degree specialization in professional studies in education will
prepare you to excel as an educator in a variety of environments—such as
military and non-profit organizations, community colleges, adult education
programs, and others. This flexible online master's degree specialization is
specifically designed for educators who wish to augment their current expertise
through study and research in specific content areas. Choose up to five
electives to customize the program to meet your professional goals.
Master of Science (MS) in Education - Training and
Performance Improvement
The master’s degree specialization in training and performance improvement is
designed for professionals in roles that include training specialist, career
counselor, professional coach, sales trainer, adult educator, and performance
improvement consultant. Based on the American Society of Training and
Development's (ASTD) Human Performance Improvement Model, this online program
will teach you how to apply human performance technology to improve productivity
in various organizational settings.
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