New master's degree gaining interest among local educatorsPosted: August 22nd, 2005
NEW CROP -- This year’s group of LSSU teacher education interns takes a break for a photo before heading to their classrooms. This year, LSSU placed 65 student teachers in internships with schools throughout Michigan and northern Ontario. Students will spend the year working with two or more mentor teachers in elementary, middle school or high school, depending on their area of specialization. (LSSU
photo by John Shibley)
SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – Local teachers were among the first taking
classes during the summer in Lake Superior State University’s new
master of arts degree program in curriculum and instruction, and the
program is still accepting applications for the coming fall semester,
which begins Aug. 29.
David Myton Ph.D., chair of the LSSU School of Education, said at least
two dozen local teachers took graduate courses through the program,
working on certificate renewals as well as earning credit for the new
master’s degree. The LSSU Board of Trustees approved the degree within
the past year.
“The program offers courses by a variety of instructional delivery
methods,” said Myton, “including summer and accelerated courses,
directed and independent study, and web-supported methods.
“It’s designed not only to allow LSSU education students to continue
their studies past their bachelor’s degrees, but also to provide
continuing education and professional development opportunities for
certified teachers and other professionals in education,” he added.
Myton said he is pleased with the support of the local educational
community in assisting with bringing the program to fruition.
“This program offers teachers an opportunity to pursue professional
development opportunities close to home, in a warm and supportive
environment,” he said. “Teachers can use the credits to renew and
upgrade their teaching certification and increase their compensation in
accordance with their district policies.
“We look forward to continuing work with teachers and others in the
region to provide meaningful professional development opportunities
through a high-quality, accessible and relevant graduate program.”
This newest of offerings at LSSU includes a minimum of 36 semester
credits: 12 in a core of research-based curriculum, development and
assessment courses, 8 selected from topics in educational foundations
and 16 elective credits. Students can transfer credits into the
program, including graduate LSSU credits earned in student teaching.
The program is open to any student with a bachelor’s degree. Teacher
certification is not a prerequisite. There is no admission deadline.
Students may enroll at any time and start the program at the beginning
of the next semester.
“LSSU's School of Education has enjoyed considerable success and is
continuing to establish a significant base of experienced graduates in
schools throughout Michigan and Ontario,” Myton said.
During the 2005-2006 academic year, LSSU will place more than 65
student teaching interns in schools throughout Michigan and the Algoma
region of Ontario. The students complete an extended period of practice
teaching that distinguishes the LSSU programs from others in Michigan
and Ontario.
Local professionals in education are not only enrolling in LSSU
education classes, but some are teaching them as well. Myton said
Cecile Somme Ph.D., formerly of the Huron-Superior Catholic School
Board in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., has joined the LSSU faculty. Somme was
director of education for the Huron-Superior District from its
inception in January 1998 and said she is looking forward to getting
back into the classroom.
“We are very pleased to have Dr. Somme join our faculty,” Myton said.
“She brings a wealth of experience in education at all levels, and we
believe she will bring significant strengths to our programs, both
graduate and undergraduate.”
Interested persons may contact Myton at 906-635-2811, dmyton@lssu.edu
or http://education.lssu.edu -LSSU-
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