M.S. in Education - Elementary Reading and Mathematics (Grades K-6) Online Degree Information

	M.S. in Education - Elementary Reading and Mathematics (Grades K-6)
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Degree Title:	M.S. in Education - Elementary Reading and Mathematics (Grades K-6)
College:	Walden University
Description:	Reading and math have long been regarded as the two areas of the PreK-6 curriculum that serve as critical foundations to future student success. The reading courses in this program have been updated to reflect the technology-oriented literacy landscape of the 21st century and provide you with the latest research and strategies to maximize literacy learning and achievement. The math courses will help you to teach for conceptual understanding, so that all students become strong mathematical thinkers and problem-solvers. Walden's M.S.Ed. program is offered through The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership, named for the former Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. The college is the choice of more than 37,000 students and alumni. Walden also supports the teaching profession by offering more than $5 million in education scholarships for classroom teachers. In addition, M.S.Ed. alumni strongly endorse their Walden experience. More than 95% of M.S.Ed. graduates said earning their degrees at Walden enhanced their professional performance (Based on Walden's 2007 graduate survey respondents).

Accreditation:	Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. (?)
Delivery Format:	Online (?)
Educational Level:	Master (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Accredited bachelor's degree, minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in bachelor's degree coursework, two professional references.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
North Central Association of Schools and Colleges

Address:
650 South Exeter Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
Walden offers frequent start dates. Check with an Enrollment Advisor for details.

Credit-earning Options:
Transfer of credit varies by applicant.

Delivery Format: (?)
Online course structure with residency requirements for Ph.D. programs.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Doctoral/Research University—Intensive

Technical Requirements:
Applicants to master's programs should possess minimum online and Internet capability, and KAM-based students should have a working knowledge and understanding of computers, but computer literacy is not essential.

Geographic Restrictions:
Walden best serves the needs of those students living within the United States or Canada.

On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral programs require 20 units of academic residency, and some master's programs have specific courses and specializations with residency requirements.

Loans Offered:
Walden offers Federal Financial Aid and Student loans. A full-service financial aid office offers assistance to students who need help funding their educational expenses.