Teaching and Leadership
Preparing Teachers
Master of Science in Social Studies Education at SU
The School of Education's Teaching and Leadership Programs prepares educators to promote the active learning and academic achievement of all students in inclusive environments, and to serve as principled leaders and advocates for students in their schools, communities, and profession. Social Studies Education offers a bachelor's degree program, and a master's degree preparation program for those with a social science background who wish to work toward initial certification in social studies education. A concentration in social studies education is also available through the doctoral (Ph.D.) program in Teaching and Curriculum.
For further information, contact:
Dr. John Briggs, Coordinator, Social Studies Education
350 Huntington Hall, Syracuse, NY 13244-2340
(315) 443-9077
This program offers teacher candidates:
- the opportunity for those holding a bachelor's degree with the appropriate social science and other prerequisites, but no prior coursework in teaching, to prepare for New York State initial adolescence certification as social studies teachers (grades 7-12) while earning a master's degree
- a 40-credit hour program that exposes students to cutting-edge ideas in education courses taught by faculty specialists, and an opportunity to take advantage of courses offered by other SU schools, such as the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs
- special emphasis on working with struggling students, serving diverse student populations, using technology to promote active learning, and teachers as researchers of professional practice and builders of practical theory
- 5 field placements allowing each candidate to learn from a variety of urban and suburban school settings, teachers, and youth with diverse backgrounds and abilities
- a 16-month full-time program (September to December); or the opportunity to begin part-time (if available at necessary times), culminating in an 9-credit spring semester followed by a 9-credit fall semester
- sharing professional development with a cohort of students in social studies education, and in other secondary programs, through several common core courses
- participation in the Academy of Social Studies Education 7-12 teachers, SU faculty and staff, and students meeting together a few times a year to share professional and program development ideas