2011-2012 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Department of Teacher Education and Administration
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Main Office
Matthews Hall, Room 206
Mailing address:
1155 Union Circle #310740
Denton, TX 76203-5017
940-565-2920
Web site: www.coe.unt.edu/tea
Nancy Nelson, Chair
Faculty
Program Offices and Advising:
Curriculum and Instruction
Matthews Hall, Room 218
940-565-2922
Early Childhood Education
Matthews Hall, Room 218
940-565-2922
Educational Administration
Matthews Hall, Room 218
940-565-2175
Elementary Education, Initial Certification (EC–6, 4–8)
Matthews Hall, Room 204
940-565-2826
Language, Literacy, and Bilingual Education
Matthews Hall, Room 218
940-565-2922
Bilingual/ESL Certification Programs
Matthews Hall, Room 206
940-565-2931
Secondary Education, Initial Certification (8–12) Matthews Hall, Room 207
940-565-2826
Field Experience (PDS, Student Teaching)
Matthews Hall, Room 204
940-565-4226
The Department of Teacher Education and Administration offers graduate programs to develop highly competent educators, researchers, and school administrators to provide educational leadership. Effective pedagogy, curriculum development and evaluation are emphasized in all programs. Students use current theory and research to make decisions about effective practice. The department also strives to improve practice through generation of new knowledge and through service to educational institutions, governmental agencies and practitioners at all levels.
Master’s degrees in curriculum and instruction, early childhood studies, secondary education and educational administration (principal certification) allow candidates to apply for the Texas professional certificates and assume leadership and curricular responsibilities. Foundations courses provide philosophical, psychological and sociological backgrounds for educational decisions and practices.
Doctoral programs in curriculum and instruction, early childhood studies, reading education and educational administration (superintendent certification) provide preparation for academic positions in higher education and for advanced positions of educational leadership in school districts and other educational settings.
The programs in this department are accredited by The National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) (2010 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 500, Washington, D.C. 20036-1023 202-466-7496), and the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) (1710 North Congress Avenue, 5th Floor, Austin, TX 78701; 888-863-5880). Programs are approved by and operate according to the guidelines and policies of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (P.O. Box 12788, Austin, TX 78711-2788; 512-483-6101).
Research and Collaboration
Research and professional contributions of faculty are far ranging: research articles and scholarly books, textbooks in wide use throughout Texas and the United States and intensive training grants for teachers, school evaluation projects and studies of school finance and school choice. Each area represented in the department strives to make contributions to improving instruction for students throughout their school years.
Both research and service goals of the department are served through interdisciplinary efforts with other departments in the College of Education, the university and school districts. The Child Development Laboratory, Center for the Study of Educational Reform and Professional Development Schools are also sites for interdisciplinary efforts.
Child Development Laboratory
The Child Development Laboratory is an accredited preschool program for young children ages 3 through 5. In addition, it serves as a model, an observation site and a training center for undergraduate and graduate students in fields related to young children. Research related to early childhood issues is conducted by graduate students and faculty members from across the university.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the requirements for admission to the graduate school at the University of North Texas and the College of Education, each degree program may specify additional requirements for acceptance into programs. Please refer to the admission requirements listed for each degree program.
Admission, Review and Retention (ARR) Committee
Faculty in the Department of Teacher Education and Administration have the right and responsibility to refer a student to the departmental ARR Committee if they have a concern about the student’s academic progress, behavioral characteristics or communication skills that indicate potential problems in school settings. The ARR Committee reviews referrals made by faculty and determines a course of action. The ARR Committee also reviews student appeals and determines a course of action regarding changes in the student’s course of study.
Graduate Scholarships and Assistantships
A limited number of teaching fellowships and assistantships are available for graduate students.
These opportunities include working with professors on research grants and projects or serving as a teaching assistant, working with undergraduate students in advising and degree plans, or teaching undergraduate classes and supervising student teaching. Application is made to the department chair by letter of application and a current resume. The letter should address particular strengths and interests.
A limited number of doctoral fellowships are available through the Toulouse Graduate School. Applications may be obtained through that office.
Degree Programs
The Department of Teacher Education and Administration offers graduate programs leading to the following degrees:
In addition, the department offers support courses in educational foundations.
Educational Administration Degree Programs
Certification Only
The Texas principal’s certificate requires a master’s degree with 39 semester hours of graduate credit. The superintendent’s certificate requires an additional 21 hours. Requirements are listed in the College of Education section.
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Options
See the College of Education section in this catalog.
Initial Teacher Certification with Master’s Degree
See the College of Education section in this catalog.
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Without Master’s Degree
See the College of Education section in this catalog.
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