Teaching and Learning

Page address: http://www.mnsu.edu/ext/offerings/programs/MTL.html

Degree Program	Teaching and Learning
Subject Area	Education
Program URL	http://ed.mnsu.edu/ksp/mtl/
Location	Off-Campus: 7700 France Ave, Edina
Degree Type	Courses leading to Master's Degree
Total Number of Semester Credits	34 credits to complete the M.S. Earn three 9 credit certificates and then add the research core for the M.S. degree, or Customize your program by selecting courses from any certificate and adding the research core for the M.S. degree Select a single class or certificate that meets your professional growth needs
Program Description	The Master of Science in Teaching and Learning emphasizes improvement of teaching skills and an increased understanding of learners. The program is available to all teachers who wish to broaden their knowledge base, enhance their classroom performance and better serve the needs of learners. It is Standards Based and includes many of the components necessary for preparation for National Board Certification. The Master of Science in Teaching and Learning is accredited by NCATE and approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching. This program is also designed to provide practicing teachers with the flexibility to custom design a Master's degree of their choice, choosing from a combination of options and the research core.
Admission Requirements	You may enroll in the program for up to 9 credits as a non-degree seeking graduate student. To earn a Master of Science degree you must seek admission to the College of Graduate Studies and Research and to the MSTL program itself. You may enroll as a degree seeking or a non-degree seeking student online at: http://grad.mnsu.edu/applying/ . Admission to the MSTL requires the following: An undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 or better. Two recommendation forms (available from the program coordinator) If your GPA is below 3.00, one recommendation form must be completed by your immediate supervisor.
Other Requirements	Certificates and Research Core can be found at http://ed.mnsu.edu/ksp/mtl/courses.html You are required to consult with your advisor to develop a plan of study prior to completing three program courses or a certificate.
Program Contact Information	Kathleen Foord Vicky Hudson , Administrative Assistant Minnesota State University, Mankato Coordinator of Professional Education, Educational Studies: K-12 and Secondary Programs 313 Armstrong Hall Mankato, MN 56001 Phone: 507-389-1965 (V) 800-627-3529 (MRS/TTY)