Master of Science in Education, Secondary

Move your teaching career ahead with advanced credentials

The Master of Science in Education in Secondary Education program at Indiana University Southeast offers a dynamic pathway for educators seeking advanced credentials. Located close to home in the Kentuckiana region, our flexible learning model accommodates busy professionals, allowing you to balance your career and studies effectively.

Advanced teaching strategies for effective student engagement

In this program, you'll strengthen your ability to engage diverse students through innovative teaching strategies and culturally responsive practices. Optional concentrations can lead to additional licensing areas such as educational leadership, computer education, teaching English language learners (ENL/ESL), gifted and talented/high ability, music, and reading. Other concentrations can fulfill qualifications for teaching dual credit courses in areas including biology, chemistry, English, history, mathematics, and psychology.

Personal mentoring from experienced faculty

One of the standout features of our program is the personalized attention you'll receive through one-on-one mentoring. Our experienced faculty members are dedicated to your success, providing guidance and support tailored to your individual goals and challenges. Challenging field experiences give you the tailored experience you need to take your teaching to a higher level.

A respected degree that moves you ahead

Earning a prestigious IU degree at IU Southeast not only enhances your expertise and knowledge but also significantly boosts your career prospects. You'll join a network of distinguished alumni who are leaders in the field of education. Choose IU Southeast and leap forward in your teaching career today.

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Concentrations

Biology Advance your teaching career with our affordable program with a concentration in Biology at IU Southeast. Our rich array of coursework covers a variety of areas including cell biology, molecular genetics, local flora, pharmacology, and more.

Chemistry Broaden your expertise through a comprehensive program that equips you with cutting-edge teaching techniques in chemistry. Our diverse curriculum at IUS spans key topics such as inorganic chemistry, biochemistry, and nuclear chemistry.

Composition Studies Deepen your expertise with an extensive program that provides innovative teaching strategies in composition and rhetoric. Our varied curriculum at IUS focuses on the art of writing and the theory of teaching writing. Coursework focuses on rhetorical theory, writing teaching strategies, digital composition, and literary analysis.

Educational Leadership Expand your expertise through a comprehensive program as you prepare to take on leadership roles in your school, district, or other educational organizations. The Educational Leadership concentration also includes the coursework you need to earn a K-12 building-level administrator's license (principal's license).

English Language Arts Deepen your expertise through a comprehensive program that equips you with advanced teaching strategies in English language and literature. Our comprehensive curriculum at IUS covers essential topics such as literature studies, composition theory, rhetoric, cultural studies, and digital literacy.

ENL/ESL Deepen your expertise through a comprehensive program that equips you with advanced teaching strategies for English as a New Language (ENL) and English as a Second Language (ESL). Our diverse curriculum at IUS includes critical topics such as language acquisition, cultural competence, assessment methods, curriculum design, and bilingual education.

Gifted and Talented Enhance your expertise through an in-depth program designed to equip you with advanced teaching strategies and practices for educating gifted and talented students. Our comprehensive curriculum covers key areas such as differentiated instruction, talent development, curriculum modification, creativity in education, and psychological aspects of giftedness.

Mathematics Our program equips you with advanced knowledge and teaching strategies specific to mathematics, preparing you to inspire and educate the next generation of mathematicians.

Music Enhance your music skills with our unique applied study options. Some courses in the program can be taken as instrumental or vocal lessons, allowing you to receive personalized instruction and refine your musical expertise.

Reading Our faculty guide you through your studies and help you develop effective strategies for teaching reading. You'll have the opportunity to work directly in classroom settings, applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.

Social Studies Our program is designed to provide you with advanced teaching strategies and in-depth historical knowledge, equipping you to inspire the next generation of students. In this program, you'll strengthen your ability to engage diverse students through innovative teaching strategies and culturally responsive practices.

Special Education This specialization equips you with the skills to create inclusive learning environments and tailor instruction to meet the needs of all students, ensuring they receive the support they need to succeed.

Technology Sharpen your ability to integrate technology into the classroom with classes ranging from computer-based teaching methods to workshops in the use of multimedia in instructional design. Complete the coursework in this concentration to earn a P-12 license addition in Computer Education.

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