Master of Science (M.S.) Program

First Semester
Cr. ECTS
---- Elective 3 7
---- Elective 3 7
SCED 511 Instructional Science for Sc. /Math. Inst.
The nature of theory in sciences; the need for a theory of instruction, criteria for a formal theory; philosophical foundations of developmental, instrumental and cognitive theories and their practical applications in science/mathematics education; specific techniques for developing science and math concepts; domain-specific and general problem solving skills at secondary level; development of educational materials and modules.
3 8
SCED 570 Research in Sc./Math. Education.
Experimental, correlational, ex-post facto designs, case studies, surveys; developing data collection instruments; using relevant parametric and non-parametric techniques to analyze data; interpretation of results and writing reports.
3 8
12
30
Second Semester
Cr. ECTS
---- Elective 3 6
---- Elective 3 6
---- Elective 3 7
SCED 544 Sc./Math. Curriculum Develop. Study
Assessment of educational needs; parameters and constraints in curricula; design and development of taxonomies; work space, equipment and tool design; materials, equipment, facilities, personnel, time and cost in curriculum.
3 8
SCED 579 Graduate Seminar
The widening of student's perspectives and awareness of topics of interest to science/mathematics educators through seminars offered by faculty, graduate students, and invited guests from industry, government, business and academia.
0 3
12
30
 
SCED 690 Master's Thesis
Master's Thesis in Secondary School Science and Mathematics Education
- Cr / 60 ECTS