Teaching History, Master of Education (MEd) - Advanced Concentration
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Standard 1 — Content Knowledge (G: 1,2,3)
Candidates demonstrate understanding of the social studies disciplinary domains, including:
- History
- Geography
- Civics and government
- Economics
- Psychology and sociology
- Anthropology and political science
Candidates understand how these disciplines integrate to support civic competence.
Standard 2 — Disciplinary Inquiry (G: 1,2,3)
Candidates can engage students in inquiry-based social studies, including:
- Developing compelling and supporting questions
- Using primary and secondary sources
- Applying disciplinary tools and concepts
- Constructing arguments and explanations
Aligned with the C3 Framework.
Standard 3 — Instructional Practice and Pedagogy (G: 1,2,3)
Candidates:
- Plan and implement meaningful social studies instruction
- Use culturally responsive and inclusive practices
- Promote discussion, debate, and multiple perspectives
- Integrate literacy and technology effectively
Standard 4 — Assessment (G: 1,2,3)
Candidates can:
- Design formative and summative assessments
- Assess disciplinary thinking and inquiry skills
- Use assessment data to guide instruction
- Provide feedback that supports civic reasoning
Standard 5 — Professional Responsibility and Ethics (G: 1,2,3)
Candidates:
- Demonstrate ethical practice
- Engage in reflective teaching
- Collaborate with colleagues and communities
- Advocate for social studies education
Standard 6 — Civic Engagement and Democratic Practice (G: 1,2,3)
Candidates promote:
- Civic participation and democratic values
- Media literacy and critical consumption of information
- Respectful dialogue on controversial issues
- Student engagement in civic life
The Advanced Teaching concentration
The Advanced Teaching Concentration in Secondary Education Teaching Social Studies - History is a Master of Education degree for individuals who already possess teacher certification in Social Studies. In addition to core requirements, these certified students will concentrate on individual professional development by electing 12 semester hours of coursework from the areas of history, foundations of education, instructional technology, or counseling.
Admission Requirements
Advanced concentration
All applicants must have a bachelor’s degree with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher from an accredited institution of higher education. Applicants must submit a copy of their teaching certificate.
Prerequisite Undergraduate Courses
Students should provide evidence of meeting outcomes in educational measurement and developmental psychology (Slippery Rock University’s SEFE 338, Standards-Based Instruction & Assessment in the Inclusionary Classroom and SEFE 342, Educational Psychology for Diverse Learners, satisfy this requirement). Although the vast majority of accepted students exceed the minimum GPA requirements, students not meeting these criteria may be considered for conditional admission. Conditionally admitted students, however, must meet all of the prescribed program requirements before conferral of degree candidacy.
Degree Completion Process
There are five steps to completing a master’s degree at Slippery Rock University. Students must:
- Obtain unconditional admission status.
- Be approved for degree candidacy (students must successfully complete between 6 and 12 credit hours in a declared program of study).
- Pass appropriate comprehensive examinations.
- Complete research requirements.
- Complete requisite credit hours.
Related Links
Teaching History - Advanced Concentration, MEd Program Page
Curriculum Guide
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Pedagogy | ||
| SEFE 630 | Advanced Pedagogy for Teacher | 3 |
| Educational Measurement | ||
| SEFE 671 | Measurement, Testing, and Assessment | 3 |
| Educational Foundations | ||
| SEFE 680 | Crucial Issues in Education | 3 |
| Research and Statistics | ||
| SEFE 602 | Univariate Statistical Methods | 3 |
| Select six credits of the following: | 6 | |
| Research Methods for Teacher | ||
| Elements of Qualitative Educational Research | ||
| Elements of Quantitative Educational Research | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select 18 credits of the following: | 18 | |
| The Theories and Teaching of English Language Learners | ||
| Technology-Based Inquiry in Middle & Secondary Schools | ||
| Strategic Leadership | ||
| Organizational Leadership | ||
| Emerging Web Technologies and Learning | ||
| Psychology of Learning and Instruction for Diverse Learners | ||
| Advanced Studies in Learning Disabilities | ||
| Instructional Strategies for Learning and Behavioral Problems | ||
| Total Hours | 36 | |
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions
Major Code: 9258
Revised: 02.17.2026
UCC: 01.17.2026