MSEd Secondary Education - Social Studies Education

Course Overview This 37-credit Master of Science in Education program prepares you for New York State initial teacher certification in social studies for grades 7-12. The curriculum masterfully blends rigorous on-campus coursework with extensive field experiences in diverse school settings. Key elements like literacy, technology, and multicultural education are woven throughout the entire program to create modern, effective educators. Key Program Highlights Earn your New York State initial teaching certification for social studies (grades 7-12) Gain hands-on professional experience through field placements and a full-time student teaching internship Integrate critical focus areas like literacy, technology, and multicultural education into your teaching practice Align your instruction with both NY State Learning Standards and National Council for the Social Studies recommendations Build upon an undergraduate foundation in history or a social science to become a subject matter expert