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Teaching, Learning and Assessment, M.Ed. (National Board Certification)

This program, offered in online, face-to-face and blended formats, prepares degree candidates to respond to the complexities of today’s school environment with a holistic approach to assessing learning needs, shaping effective curricula and supporting student success.

In addition to National College of Education Graduate Admissions Requirements, applicants must: 

  • Have three years teaching experience and be teaching while enrolled in the program if selecting the National Board Certification major

Program Details:

  • Requires 32 SH for completion
  • Transfer credit can be used only to fulfill program electives, as indicated in the tables below
  • Requires a research project

Required Courses

Core Course Requirements - 13 SH

ESR 531Exploring Action Research: Action Research I

2
ESR 532Engaging in Action Research: Action Research II

2 TO 3
ESR 533Continuing Action Research: Action Research III

2 OR 3
ESR 534Completing Action Research: Action Research IV

2 OR 3
FND 509Building on Educational Foundations

3
TLA 541Assessing Teaching and Learning: Introduction to Assessment

2

Major in National Board Certification Requirements - 19 SH

TLA 515Overview of the NBPTS and Planning for Related Instructional Activities

2
TLA 516Preparation of Entries for NBPTS

3
TLA 517Portfolio Entries and Assessment Center Preparation for NBPTS

2
TLA 543Reflecting on Teaching, Learning and Assessment

2
TLA 579Engaging with Critical Multicultural Perspectives

3
TLA 589Differentiating for Diverse Learners

3

Major in National Board Certification Electives - 4 SH

TLA 591Meeting Complex Challenges of Contemporary Classrooms/Field Study

2
TLA 594Examining Curriculum Perspectives/Independent Study

2

Note: These courses can be replaced with transfer credit.