Teaching and Learning Specialization 4-8 Certification, M.Ed. (MTM):Non-Traditional

Required Courses

The specialization in Teaching and Learning is designed to offer degreed individuals the opportunity to gain Texas teacher certification with the option of also earning a M.Ed. degree.  The first block of courses in this specialization consists of the Texas Education Agency/State Board of Educator Certification (TEA/SBEC)-approved certification-specific classes, available for EC-6 Content, 4-8 Content, and 7-12 Content.  The concluding courses provide the required knowledge to be successful in today’s schools while gaining a master’s degree.

• MEDU 5243 - Theoretical Applications for Teaching and Learning *
• MEDU 5263 - Teaching Children and Adolescents *
• MEDU 5253 - Foundations of Literacy Instruction *
• MEDU 5283 - Assessment and Instructional Planning *
• MEDU 5233 - Theory and Practice in Classroom Management *
• MEDU 5393 - Effective Methodologies for Teaching *
• MEDU 5223 - Differentiated Instruction for Individualized Learning *
• MEDU 5743 - Certification Preparation

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• MEDU 5346 - Clinical Teaching All Levels - Non-Traditional * or
• MEDU 5703 - Internship All-Levels - Non-Traditional **

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• MEDU 5143 - Educational Research for Effective Teaching
• MEDU 5163 - Public School Law
• MEDU 5613 - Instructional Leadership

Supplemental Courses

• MEDU 5383 - Instructional Strategies for English Language Learners
• MEDU 5353 - Exceptional Learning Programs and Processes
• MEDU 5523 - Instructional Strategies for Exceptional Learning Services

• (Successful completion of MEDU 5353  and MEDU 5523  provides eligibility for certification process for Special Education)