Master of Science [M.S] [Education - Childhood Education] From St. John's University

The program includes a range of relevant pedagogical methods for teaching and learning and strategies for devising, implementing and assessing learning experiences for all learners.

Career Outcomes

The program will prepare graduates to:

Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental principles of childhood education.

• Understand the principles of sociological and psychological foundations of learning in childhood instruction.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the historical development and current trends in curriculum.
• Identify and use theories of Childhood Education.
• Identify theories and models for teaching students with exceptionalities, gifted and talented students, special needs, diverse learners, students who are bilingual and at-risk students
• Conduct research in childhood education.
• Use current technology to present content to children.

Demonstrate knowledge of a wide range of instructional practices, approaches, methods and materials to support instruction in the classroom.

• Demonstrate competencies for teaching and learning.
• Demonstrate knowledge of language acquisition and literacy development.
• Describe and utilize techniques for content area subject matter relevant to social studies, math and science, focusing on current trends and research methods.
• Design instructional methods, including computer-based practices, for learners at different stages of development and various cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Demonstrate the ability to utilize these instructional practices, approaches, methods and materials in the student teaching experience

Use a variety of assessment tools and practices to learn to teach effectively.

• Apply methods of assessment and evaluation.
• Use research methodologies in childhood education.
• Assess skills in human relations and partnering with parents and use the information for improvement.
• Identify ethical considerations as defined in the code of ethics of the education profession and how these apply to classroom instruction.

Interpret and apply standards of professional and state organizations.

• Demonstrate how to incorporate the goals of the US Department of Education standards into classroom instruction.
• Interpret and apply the principles of the Association of Childhood Education International, National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers.
• Demonstrate how to use findings and best practices of professional organizations to strengthen and update professional practice.

Demonstrate commitment to community issues.

• Participate in the Academic Service Learning course component.
• Identify local, national and global current events and their impact on the community