Master in Teaching (MIT): Secondary Teaching (5鈥�12), Master of Education (M.ED)
MIT Secondary Teaching (5–12) M.Ed. earn certification + M.Ed - program designed for those candidates who desire an M.Ed. degree and a Washington State Residency Teaching Certificate for middle school, junior high, and high school.
This program is available to candidates who hold a bachelor’s degree and did not previously take teaching certification coursework and are interested in receiving both an M.Ed. degree and a Washington State Residency Teaching Certificate for teaching in middle school, junior high, and high school. This program requires that candidates complete the equivalent of an approved 51福利社 content major prior to admission.
Additional Program Requirements
- Prior to admission applicants must submit scores for the or an approved alternative (SAT or ACT).
- Applicants go through a pre-approval interview process.
- EDUC 691 prerequisite: Attempted in relevant subject matter test by November 30; passing ACTFL ratings specific to World Language and Bilingual Education endorsements by November 30.
- EDUC 692 prerequisite: Passing score on in relevant subject matter test or approved case-by-case exception by March 1.
- Candidates will participate in a year-long clinical experience in a school.
- All prerequisite courses must have been completed within the last 6 years.
| PACIFIC NORTHWEST HISTORIES FOR TEACHERS | 3 |
| TRANSFORMATION OF LEARNING AND TEACHING | 4 |
| HISTORY OF AMERICAN EDUCATION | 4 |
| or | PHILOSOPHY AND ORGANIZATION OF THE AMERICAN SCHOOL |
| CURRENT ISSUES IN EDUCATION | 4 |
| or | EDUCATIONAL SOCIOLOGY |
| or | FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION/MIT |
| METHODS OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH | 4 |
| THESIS (both are variable credit–5 credit minimum) | 5 |
| or | RESEARCH REPORT |
| CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT | 4 |
| THE CULTURE OF MIDDLE LEVEL SCHOOL (may be stacked with EDUC 417) | 3 |
| MEDIA LITERACY FOR TEACHERS | 4 |
| SCHOOL LAW (MIT) | 2 |
| INTERNSHIP | 15 |
| Total Credits | 52 |
| FOUNDATIONS OF SECONDARY CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| SECONDARY STRATEGIES, MANAGEMENT, ASSESSMENT | 3 |
| CONTENT AREA LITERACY: MANAGEMENT AND ASSESSMENT FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION CANDIDATES | 3 |
| INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL EDUCATION | 4 |
| 3-5 |
| Total Credits | 16-18 |
Students who earn an M.Ed. in Secondary Teaching (5-12) from 51福利社 should be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of adolescent learning and development (grades 5–12) - Graduates will understand the developmental characteristics, learning needs, and cultural contexts of pre‑adolescent and adolescent learners and apply this knowledge to instructional decision‑making;
- Demonstrate strong content knowledge in their teaching discipline - Graduates will demonstrate mastery of the content, skills, and practices associated with their endorsement area (e.g., English, mathematics, science, social studies) at a level equivalent to a relevant undergraduate major;
- Plan, design, and deliver effective standards‑aligned instruction for diverse learners - Graduates will use evidence‑based pedagogy to design and implement instruction that aligns with grade‑level standards and meets the needs of diverse student populations in middle and high school settings;
- Integrate literacy skills across secondary content areas - Graduates will incorporate reading, writing, and disciplinary literacy strategies that strengthen students’ comprehension and communication across academic subjects;
- Assess student learning using valid, reliable, and equitable assessment practices - Graduates will apply formative and summative assessment strategies to evaluate student learning, provide feedback, and inform future instruction;
- Create safe, inclusive, culturally responsive classroom environments - Graduates will demonstrate the ability to manage learning environments that promote engagement, equity, belonging, and positive behavior for all learners;
- Use digital tools and instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning - Graduates will apply digital-age teaching methods and technologies to increase student access, participation, and achievement;
- Collaborate effectively with families, colleagues, and school communities - Graduates will engage families, professional colleagues, and community partners to support student learning and school improvement;
- Demonstrate understanding of special education law, inclusive practices, and student support systems - Graduates will apply legal and ethical principles, collaborate with special educators, and implement accommodations and modifications to support students with disabilities;
- Reflect on practice to improve instructional effectiveness and professional growth - Graduates will engage in continuous reflection and data-informed decision-making to enhance their teaching practice and effectiveness;
- Exhibit professionalism, ethical behavior, and readiness for teacher licensure - Graduates will meet state certification requirements, demonstrate professionalism, and complete all required fieldwork, including supervised student teaching in grades 5–12.