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Welcome .............................................................3

M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction—Children’s Literature ................5

M.Ed. in Earth Sciences ...................................7

M.Ed. in Instructional Systems—Educational Technology ...................................8

Certificate in Educational Technology Integration ....................................9

Certificate Programs for Special Education Professionals ...........................10–11

Master of Professional Studiesin Art Education ..............................................12

Certificate in Family Literacy .......................12

Certificate in Institutional Research ...........12

Apply Today .....................................................15

Education and Professional Development That Fits Your Life

Penn State realizes that working professionals in the demanding field of education

require maximum flexibility when pursuing graduate-level education and professional

development opportunities. Our programs for educators offer a convenient online

course format that is available when and where you are. The new skills and techniques

you learn online can be applied immediately to your current job.

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Welcome!Congratulations on taking the first step toward achieving your career goals. Penn State’s Congratulations on taking the first step toward achieving your career goals. Penn State’s online programs for educators are designed to allow you to study at times and locations that online programs for educators are designed to allow you to study at times and locations that suit your busy schedule, giving you the opportunity to acquire respected credentials without suit your busy schedule, giving you the opportunity to acquire respected credentials without setting foot on campus.setting foot on campus.

Penn State World Campus has compiled an online portfolio of programs for educators, designed to meet the challenges faced by today’s K–12 professionals. Th is brochure outlines the 4 master’s degrees and 9 graduate certifi cates that are available for you to choose from. You will also learn how you can use some of our graduate certifi catesas milestones on the road to completing your master’s degree.

Penn State is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Our online courses

can help you meet your professional development requirements, such as earning Act 48 credits in Pennsylvania.

Penn State’s College of Education is regularly ranked among the nation’s best graduate schools by U.S. News & World Report. Th e online programs for educators are taught by the same nationally renowned faculty.

And the credentials you earn online are the same as those earned on campus, with

no distinction being made on your diploma or transcripts that courses were completed at a distance.

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Debra Lampert-RudmanCommunity Relations Manager and Trainer, Barnes & NobleMaster of Education in Children’s Literature

Th ere is no substitute for books in a child’s life; it’s the reason Debra Lampert-Rudman had 4,000 books donated to homeless families.

As community relations manager for Barnes & Noble, Debra creates opportunities to get books into the lives of children. Penn State’s online master of education degree program in children’s literature has given her the skills to develop more literacy programs for at-risk children. “I believe this degree will open doors and help me have an impact on the future of children’s literature and literacy,” she says.

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CORE COURSES (9 credits)C I 550 Overview of Contemporary

School CurriculumEDPSY 421 Learning Processes in Relation to

Educational PracticesLL ED 568 Doing Research in Children’s

Literature

EMPHASIS COURSES (15 credits—choose 5 courses)LL ED 462 Th e Art of the PicturebookLL ED 465 Fantasy Literature for ChildrenLL ED 502 Studies in Literature for Children LL ED 563 Myths and Folktales in Children’s

LiteratureLL ED 596 Individual StudiesLL ED 597D Cultural Pluralism in Children’s and

Adolescent Literature

ELECTIVE COURSES (6 credits—choose 2 courses) Family LiteracyADTED 456 Introduction to Family LiteracyADTED 457 Adult LiteracyADTED 458 Early Literacy Development and

Parental InvolvementADTED 459 Interactive Literacy: Parents

and Children

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M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction—Children’s Literature

Educational Technology IntegrationEDTEC 440 Educational Technology IntegrationEDTEC 448 Using the Internet in the Classroom EDTEC 449 Video and Hypermedia in the

Classroom EDTEC 566 Computers as Learning Tools

The children’s literature track of the online master’s degree program in curriculum and The children’s literature track of the online master’s degree program in curriculum and instruction is designed to help teachers and librarians meet professional development instruction is designed to help teachers and librarians meet professional development requirements, as they lead children to discover the joys of reading. requirements, as they lead children to discover the joys of reading.

This 30-credit program (with a minimum of 18 credits at the 500 level) can help you apply This 30-credit program (with a minimum of 18 credits at the 500 level) can help you apply your passion for children’s literature and improve the reading habits of young people.your passion for children’s literature and improve the reading habits of young people.

Certificate in Certificate in Children’s Children’s LiteratureLiterature

Th is online graduate certifi cate program provides you with the opportunity to take individual children’s literature courses even if you already have a master’s degree. All credits earned in the 15-credit certifi cate program can be applied toward the children’s literature track of the online master’s degree program in curriculum and instruction.

REQUIRED COURSES (15 credits)LL ED 462 Th e Art of the PicturebookLL ED 465 Fantasy Literature for ChildrenLL ED 502 Studies in Literature for ChildrenLL ED 563 Myths and Folktales in Children’s

LiteratureLL ED 568 Doing Research in Children’s

Literature

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Certificate in Certificate in Children’s Children’s LiteratureLiterature

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Certificate in Children’s Literature

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P E N N S TAT E C O L L E G E O F E A R T H A N D M I N E R A L S C I E N C E S , P E N N S TAT E C O L L E G E O F E A R T H A N D M I N E R A L S C I E N C E S , C O L L E G E O F E D U C AT I O N , A N D E B E R LY C O L L E G E O F S C I E N C EC O L L E G E O F E D U C AT I O N , A N D E B E R LY C O L L E G E O F S C I E N C E

With your choice of electives this program can be tailored to focus on a particular discipline. You should consult with your program academic adviser to determine which focus is most appropriate for your professional needs.

This 30-credit master’s degree program is designed for secondary science teachers who This 30-credit master’s degree program is designed for secondary science teachers who wish to enrich their practicing knowledge in the field of earth sciences, as well as enhance wish to enrich their practicing knowledge in the field of earth sciences, as well as enhance their teaching and leadership skills.their teaching and leadership skills.

The program features courses from multiple disciplines in the College of Earth and The program features courses from multiple disciplines in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences and the Eberly College of Science—including geosciences, energy and Mineral Sciences and the Eberly College of Science—including geosciences, energy and mineral engineering, meteorology, geography, and astronomy—and courses in curriculum mineral engineering, meteorology, geography, and astronomy—and courses in curriculum and instruction offered by the College of Education.and instruction offered by the College of Education.

M.Ed. in Earth Sciences

CORE COURSES (21 credits)

ASTRO 801 Planets, Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe

C I 501 Teaching as InquiryC I 550 Overview of Contemporary School

CurriculumEARTH 501 Contemporary Controversies in the

Earth SciencesEARTH 591 Individual Studies: Research Project EGEE 401 Energy in a Changing WorldMETEO 801 Understanding Weather Forecasting

for Educators

ELECTIVE COURSES (9 credits)

Students are required to complete a minimum of 9 additional credits selected from courses in earth sciences, geography, meteorology, educational psychology, and science education. A complete list of course options can be found on the Web site.

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Program Tailoring

M.Ed. in Instructional Systems—Educational Technology

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EDPSY 421 Learning Processes in Relation to Educational Practices

EDTEC 448 Using the Internet in the ClassroomEDTEC 561* Measuring the Impact of Technology

on Learning INSYS 415 Systematic Instructional

DevelopmentSTAT 897A Introduction to Applied Statistics

* A 3-credit basic statistics course (400 level or above) is required. You can enroll in STAT 500 or 897A through the World Campus, or with the approval of your adviser you may substitute a diff erent course from another accredited institution that off ers the appropriate experiences.

EMPHASIS COURSES (12 credits)

EDTEC 566 Computers as Learning ToolsEDTEC 567 Technology and Higher-Order

LearningEDTEC 594+ Research Topics

ELECTIVE COURSES (6 credits—choose 2 courses)

ADTED 470 Introduction to Distance EducationADTED 531 Course Design and Development in

Distance EducationADTED 532 Research and Evaluation in Distance

EducationEDTEC 440 Educational Technology IntegrationEDTEC 449 Video and Hypermedia in the

Classroom EDTEC 461 Designing Computer Networks for

Education EDTEC 462 Coordinating Technology Use

in EducationEDTEC 498 Emerging Web 2.0 Technologies and

Learning

www.worldcampus.psu.edu/met+ Indicates a 6-credit course

The 33-credit master’s degree program in instructional systems—educational technology is The 33-credit master’s degree program in instructional systems—educational technology is designed for teachers and other education professionals who are responsible for evaluating and designed for teachers and other education professionals who are responsible for evaluating and improving technology’s impact on the learning process. improving technology’s impact on the learning process.

This online program is open to professionals who wish to analyze the effects of educational This online program is open to professionals who wish to analyze the effects of educational technology integration and who have access to students.technology integration and who have access to students.

Certificate in Educational Technology Integration




EDTEC 440 Educational Technology Integration EDTEC 448++ Using the Internet in the ClassroomINSYS 415++ Systematic Instructional

Development


EDTEC 449 Video and Hypermedia in the Classroom

EDTEC 461 Designing Computer Networks for Education

EDTEC 462 Coordinating Technology Use in Education

EDTEC 498 Emerging Web 2.0 Technologies and Learning

The 15-credit postbaccalaureate certificate program in educational technology integration is The 15-credit postbaccalaureate certificate program in educational technology integration is designed for professionals who would like to advance their skills in the design, development, designed for professionals who would like to advance their skills in the design, development, and implementation of technology-based learning experiences. Most of the certificate courses and implementation of technology-based learning experiences. Most of the certificate courses can be applied toward the master’s degree.can be applied toward the master’s degree.

This program is for teachers interested in the integration of technology projects into their This program is for teachers interested in the integration of technology projects into their classrooms.classrooms.

With proper planning the certifi cate in educational technology integration can fulfi ll half of the requirements for the M.Ed in Instructional Systems. Students wishing to start with the certifi cate and then pursue the master’s degree must declare their intent once they have earned 12 credits in the certifi cate program. Th ese students should contact an adviser in the master’s program before registering for the fi nal certifi cate course, by sending an e-mail to [email protected].

Proper Planning

++ Indicates required course for students interested in pursuing a Penn State master of education in instructional systems—educational technology degree.

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Certificate Programs for Special Education Professionals


At Penn State we share your mission to make life better for children with special needs. That’s At Penn State we share your mission to make life better for children with special needs. That’s why we offer a portfolio of certificate programs in special education to help you develop skills why we offer a portfolio of certificate programs in special education to help you develop skills to better serve your students.to better serve your students.

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Certificate in AutismCertificate in AutismTh is postbaccalaureate certifi cate program provides advanced training in the area of autism spectrum disorders.

REQUIRED COURSES (12 credits)

SPLED 498 (Autism I) Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders

SPLED 498 (Autism II) Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis

SPLED 463 (Autism III) Communication and Social Competence

SPLED 464 (Autism IV) Assessment and Curriculum

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certificate ProgramCertificate ProgramTh is graduate certifi cate program is designed to prepare you to sit for the BCBA certifi cation examination sponsored by the Behavior Analyst Certifi cation Board, Inc. (BACB). Th e program is designed for persons who have already earned a master’s degree.


SPLED 503A+ (ABA I) Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Education: Basic Principles I

SPLED 503B+ (ABA II) Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Education: Basic Principles II

SPLED 503C+ (ABA III) Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Education: Extended Applications I

SPLED 597* (ABA IV) Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Education: Extended Applications II

+ Indicates a 4-credit course*For this 3-credit fi nal course of the series, participants will travel to Penn State University Park to attend a “live” course held in conjunction with the National Autism Conference.



Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) Certificate Program(BCaBA) Certificate ProgramTh is graduate certifi cate program is designed to prepare you to sit for the BCaBA certifi cation examination sponsored by the Behavior Analyst Certifi cation Board, Inc. (BACB). Th e program is designed for persons who have already earned a bachelor’s degree.


SPLED 503A+ (ABA I) Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Education: Basic Principles I

SPLED 503B+ (ABA II) Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Education: Basic Principles II

SPLED 503C+ (ABA III) Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Education: Extended Applications I

Certificate in Reading Instruction for Certificate in Reading Instruction for Special Education (RISE)Special Education (RISE)Th is postbaccalaureate certifi cate program provides advanced training for teachers of upper elementary and secondary students with special learning needs.


SPLED 460A (RISE I) Fundamentals of Reading Instruction in Special Education

SPLED 460B (RISE II) Teaching and Assessing Reading Skills of Students with Special Needs

SPLED 460C (RISE III) Specialized Reading Applications in Special Education

SPLED 498** (RISE IV) A Focus on Improving Student Achievement through Eff ective Practices

+ Indicates a 4-credit course**Th ere are two diff erent options available for SPLED 498:

1. Attend a summer conference 2. Complete in-service projectsStudents may begin or end the RISE program by completing course SPLED 498.

Special Education Supervisory Program for Special Education Supervisory Program for PDE CertificationPDE CertificationTh is graduate-level program prepares students for certifi cation by the Pennsylvania Department of Education as a supervisor of special education, and can help you advance in your role as a special education professional.


EDLDR 560 Principles of Instructional Supervision

SPLED 501 Administration and Supervision of Educational Programs for Exceptional Children

SPLED 595C Internship in Special Education Supervision


SPLED 460A Fundamentals of Reading Instruction in Special Education

SPLED 460B Teaching and Assessing Reading Skills of Students with Special Needs

SPLED 460C Specialized Reading Applications in Special Education

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Penn State World Campus delivers more than 70 distance education programs to adult Penn State World Campus delivers more than 70 distance education programs to adult learners around the globe. We have enrolled students from all 50 states, more than 62 learners around the globe. We have enrolled students from all 50 states, more than 62 countries, and from all 7 continents. Our Programs for Educators portfolio continues countries, and from all 7 continents. Our Programs for Educators portfolio continues to grow, with the launch of new programs to meet the needs of education professionals.to grow, with the launch of new programs to meet the needs of education professionals.

Additional Programs

Master of Professional Studies in Master of Professional Studies in Art EducationArt EducationTh is 30-credit master’s degree program is designed for art and museum education professionals who want to enrich their knowledge of art education while refi ning their teaching skills and earning professional development credits. Th is program can also help prepare students for certifi cation by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.

Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Family LiteracyFamily LiteracyTh is 12-credit certifi cate was created in partnership between Penn State’s Goodling Institute for Research in Family Literacy and the National Center for Family Literacy, to help practitioners improve the basic literacy skills of children and adults. You can learn how to support children’s emerging language and literacy development and enhance parents’ knowledge regarding their roles and responsibilities as their children’s fi rst teachers.

Graduate Certificate in Graduate Certificate in Institutional ResearchInstitutional ResearchTh is 18-credit certifi cate can provide students with the skills to implement institutional planning and policy formation. Th e curriculum is designed for working professionals, institutional researchers, graduate students, and persons employed in related fi elds.

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To learn more about the programs listed in this brochure, or to review a complete list of World Campus off erings, please visit us online at www.worldcampus.psu.edu.

Jennifer WeibleChemistry Teacher, Punxsutawney School DistrictMaster of Education in Instructional Systems—Educational Technology

Earning a master’s degree inspired Jennifer Weible to become a teacher of teachers.

Now there’s no stopping her. She plans to acquire her doctorate in education so she can show new teachers how to best use technology in the classroom. She credits her Penn State online degree with inspiring her to continue her studies. “Teachers need to have their eyes opened to the power and possibilities of technology, and then be given the skills and tools to use it in their classrooms.”

Read Jennifer’s full story and learn more at: www.worldcampus.psu.edu/exceptional


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The Penn State Difference


Experience in Experience in Distance Education Distance Education

As a distance education pioneer, Penn State has developed a nationally recognized support system for students who are geographically removed from campus. Our off erings have received high satisfaction ratings from students in terms of course content and student services.

Connect with ClassmatesConnect with ClassmatesInteract with dedicated, goal-oriented peers from across the nation, creating a network of great ideas. As you communicate daily with other professionals, you’ll gain insights that you can apply to your job immediately.

Library ServicesLibrary ServicesYou will be able to access one of the leading university research libraries in North America—Penn State’s University Libraries system, which holds more than 5 million volumes and 68,000 serials. You can search the online catalog and review databases as if you were sitting at a terminal in any Penn State library.

Learner andLearner and Technical Support Technical Support

Without having to set foot on campus, you will have access to many of the same support services that residential students enjoy. Additionally, services such as advising, course scheduling, registration, and the HelpDesk are available through World Campus.

Getting Started

To begin taking courses, you need to submit the online application form to the education program of your choice.

To start your application process, visit www.worldcampus.psu.edu and click on “Apply Now.”

You may select nondegree status on your application form to begin courses right away. A limited number of credits completed under nondegree status can be transferred into a degree program. It is best to check with an academic adviser as you plan your course work.

Certifi cate Students

Certifi cate programs require only the completion of the World Campus online application form.

Master’s Degree Students

Materials required for applying to a master’s degree program include:

• offi cial GRE or GMAT test scores• TOEFL score (if applicable)• statement of purpose• letters of recommendation• writing samples• offi cial transcripts• résumé

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