Arts (PreK-6, 5-12) (M.Ed./ITL)

Core Courses for Initial Licensure (18 Credits)

• EDU 520 - Teaching Strategies (3) *
• EDU 528 - Disciplinary Literacy and Writing (3)
• EDU 562 - Human Development and Learning (3)
• EDU 564 - Introduction to Exceptionality (3)
• EDU 575 - Classroom Management and Organization (3)
• EDU 586 - Methods and Practice 5-12 in the Content (3) *

Practicum (3 Credits)

• EDU 589 - Practicum and Seminar in Content Area (3) **

Concentration Courses for Professional Licensure (12 Credits)

Choose 12 credit hours in Arts. Check with the Graduate Education Office for current course offerings. Content area courses not listed may be designed to meet a student’s interest.

• ART 601 - Experimental Drawing (3)
• ART 610 - Modern Art Seminar (3)
• ART 611 - Introduction to Graphic Design (3)
• ART 612 - Figure Painting (3)
• ART 613 - Advanced Painting (3)
• ART 614 - Painting in Mixed Media: Methods and Mediums (3)
• ART 620 - Photography (3)
• ART 621 - Introduction to Photoshop (3)
• ART 625 - Clay Sculpture (3)
• ART 630 - Ceramics (3)
• ART 640 - The Art of Light, Color, and Glass (3)
• ART 650 - Street Art: A Culture of Social and Political Change (3)
• ART 652 - American Art History as Cultural Encounter (3)
• ART 653 - Teaching for Artistic Behavior/Choice Art Studio (3)
• ART 678 - Using Museums in the Classroom (3)
• EDU 614 - Integrating Technology for All Students (3)

Educational Theory Courses for Completion of Master’s Degree (3 Credits)

• EDU 604 - Philosophy, Ethics and Teaching in Schools (3)

Total Program: 36 Credits

* Indicates courses with pre-practicum field component

** For those seeking licensure, please complete the following:
1. Pass appropriate tests for the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure before beginning practicum and
2. Before or during the practicum, take EDU641 Sheltered English Immersion (Required course for MA state licensure, not part of degree program).