Curriculum and Teaching in Secondary Education

专业详情

The MA Program in Curriculum and Teaching with Professional Certification at the Secondary level (MA-CUSD), provides students with a core of common courses and experiences in critical study of pedagogy and curriculum in combination with systematic study of disciplinary foundations of school subject matters (“content”) and subject-specific pedagogies (“pedagogy”) in the area of licensure.

This 32 point program is designed for early career educators currently practicing in, or intending to practice in, New York State. A basic criterion for admission is possession of a valid initial license to teach in New York, or eligibility to acquire such a license (e.g., by virtue of holding a comparable license from another jurisdiction). Some prior experience (beyond student teaching or equivalent) is desirable, but not required. A commitment to public education is welcome (but not required). In conjunction with satisfaction of all other requirements determined by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED), successful completers of the program are eligible for professional certification in New York State in Secondary Education, subject specific (grades 7 – 12; currently, English, Social Studies, Science, Technology, or Mathematics).  Detailed and up-to-date information about licensure requirements and procedures may be found at TC’s Office of Teacher Education, OTE, https://www.tc.columbia.edu/office-of-teacher-education/

Prospective students whose professional interests center around teaching in school settings, regardless of licensure status or future plans are urged to consult with Admissions and/or the Program Director early in your process. We have several different program pathways you may want to consider (including some that do not lead to certification), and we may have suggestions with respect to subjects/licensure areas in addition to those listed above. Also, licensure requirements are complex, and they differ from state to state. We can give preliminary advice on these, and can refer you to the licensure/certification experts at Teachers College as needed. though Teachers College has not made an official determination if the program leads to certification in any other state.

The MA with Professional Certification, Secondary (MA-CUSD for short) helps educators who bring imagination, critical spirit, respect for the capacities of all children and young people, and love of teaching and learning to their work. We seek to prepare educators who will increasingly exert leadership (informally and/or formally) with their colleagues, in their school settings, and in the field more broadly.