Adolescent Education Biology (7-12) - Professional Certification - M.S.
New York State Registered Program Code: 25666
HEGIS Code: 0803.00 {Secondary Education, General}
Molloy Program of Study Code: M2AB
Certification with NY State is for Professional Certification in Adolescent Biology 7-12.
Program Learning Outcomes
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Teacher candidates will demonstrate a high level of written and oral communication skills.
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Teacher candidates will demonstrate the dispositions, attitudes, and beliefs deemed appropriate for teaching professionals.
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Teacher candidates will demonstrate reflective practice by utilizing research, assessment, and professional development to meet the needs of diverse student populations.
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Teacher candidates will master sufficient pedagogical knowledge and skills to be translated into effective teaching.
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Teacher candidates will master sufficient content knowledge and skills to be translated into effective teaching.
Requirements
Required Courses (33 credits):
| EDU 5010 | E-Portfolio | 0 |
| EDU 5130 | Meeting the Needs of Culturally Diverse Students in Inclusive Classrooms in Birth-Grade 2, Childhood 1-6 and Adolescence 7-12 | 3 |
| EDU 5230 | Instructional Applications of the Internet - Integrating Digital Age Tools into Instruction, Classroom Management, Communication and Collaboration | 3 |
| EDU 5240 | Diverse Abilities and Needs of Students in Inclusive Classrooms Birth-Grade 2, Childhood 1-6 and Adolescence 7-12 | 3 |
| EDU 5640 | Thesis and Capstone Proposal Development for Diverse Classrooms | 3 |
| EDU 5650 | Thesis and Capstone Project for Diverse Classrooms | 3 |
Content Area Courses - Complete four (12 credits):
| EDU 5030 | Methods of Teaching Science | 3 |
| EDU 5350 | Science Education in Society | 3 |
| EDU 5351 | Interdisciplinary Connections in Science: Focus on Classrooms with Special Needs | 3 |
| EDU 5352 | Digital Learning in the Science Classroom | 3 |
| EDU 5353 | Brain, Cognition and Learning | 3 |
Electives (6 credits):
Students who successfully complete EDU 5270 and EDU 5272 will be able to apply for the Grade 5, 6 Extension in Biology.
| EDU 5140 | Teaching English as a New Language | 3 |
| EDU 5252 | Introduction to Linguistics for TESOL and Bilingual Professionals | 3 |
| EDU 5253 | Second Language Acquisition, TESOL and Bilingual Education: Theory and Practice | 3 |
| EDU 5254 | Structure and Application of American English | 3 |
| EDU 5270 | Strategies and Techniques for Teaching Middle School Students in Inclusive Classrooms | 3 |
| EDU 5272 | Psychological, Social and Special Needs of Early Adolescents | 3 |
| EDU 5275 | Characteristics of Students with Disabilities, Including Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder | 3 |
| EDU 5276 | Assessment, Diagnosis and Evaluation of Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDU 5277 | Strategies, Methods and Environments for Teaching Childhood Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDU 5278 | Strategies, Methods and Environments for Teaching Adolescent Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDU 5279 | Curriculum Content, Practices and Environmental Issues for Teaching Childhood Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDU 5280 | Curriculum Content, Practices and Environmental Issues for Teaching Adolescent Students with Disabilities | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 33