Social
studies education
The teacher of social studies has an awesome responsibility. Your purpose
is to educate and enlighten citizens and to offer instruction in the core disciplines of
history, geography, economics, political science, and behavioral studies. We provide
extensive preparation for this field of study, offering the opportunity to study in
several different academic disciplines—either through a broad-based approach or with
an in-depth, focused approach. The school-based job market for social studies graduates of
the college is excellent with a current placement rate of more than 90 percent.
While the purpose of this field of study is primarily to prepare teachers
in grades 5-12, graduates also have found the field to be good preparation for a variety
of other careers. Increasingly, businesses are looking for employees with an understanding
of history, economics, and politics, coupled with the ability to offer sophisticated
in-service education and to utilize leadership, organizational, and communications skills.
Initial
licensure in social studies education
Minnesota state licensure in social studies education for grades 5-8 or
7-12.
Additional licensure in social studies education (grades
5-8 or 5-12)
Master of education (M.Ed.) degree in
curriculum and instruction:
social studies education
Our M.Ed./professional studies program is for licensed teachers and
other professionals interested in gaining
advanced knowledge and skills in specific emphasis in their current
field or a new field.
Master of arts (M.A.) degree in
education, curriculum, and instruction—social studies education
track
Offered through the Graduate
School, our M.A. program emphasizes research and theory in the context
of classroom application. It generally culminates in an extensive research
project and final oral exam. The application procedures and tuition fees
correspond to those of the Graduate School.
Doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in
education, curriculum, and instruction—social studies education
track
Our Ph.D. degree is for students interested in
focusing on a particular subject field and includes original research that makes
a significant contribution to knowledge in that field. Students pursuing this
degree are admitted through the Graduate
School.
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