Teaching and Learning (Grades P-12) Ed.S
About the Program
The Teaching and Learning Education Specialist online degree program is designed to provide a high level of professional proficiency skills as well as action research skills which are emphasized throughout each program’s course work. The flexible program is designed to meet the current demands of teachers as they pursue graduate preparation beyond the master’s degree.
The role of the classroom teacher is expanded to that of teacher-leader/researcher which allows the Education Specialist candidate to become a critical consumer of educational research, thus bridging the gap between theory and practice in their own professional practice. Ed.S. candidates are expected to be active participants in the evaluation, analysis, and sharing of action research results in order to improve student learning outcomes within the classroom and school environment.
The program is approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (PSC) and meets the PSC’s certificate upgrade requirements.
During the admission process, you will choose one of the four study concentrations in which you currently hold a level five Georgia teaching certificate. An educator who holds a level five Georgia certificate in one of the four areas of concentration listed below will qualify for a level six certificate upgrade upon successful completion of all program requirements (see catalog section on Certification).
- Elementary Education (grades P-5)
- Middle Grades Education (grades 4-8)
- Secondary Education (grades 6-12)
- Special Education (grades P-12)
Program Contact Information
Graduate Academic Services Center
gasc@georgiasouthern.edu
912-478-1447
Admission Requirements
Deadlines
Last updated: 4/18/2022