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2012-2013 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog

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Master of Education Advanced Content Specialization in Biology

The M.Ed. degree in Advanced Content Specialization with a concentration in biology is offered by the College of Education in cooperation with the Department of Biology. The primary purpose of the degree is to provide middle school and high school teachers with opportunities to update and expand their knowledge in the rapidly changing field of biology.

Admission

Admission to the M.Ed. program requires teaching certification with either a major or a minor in biology or integrated science. Students must submit three letters of recommendation, transcripts of all previous coursework, and copies of teaching certificates. Students must have at least a 3.0 GPA. For additional details, see the College of Education section of the Grand Valley State University Catalog.

Curriculum Overview

The program requires completion of 33 graduate credits, 18 credits in education and 15 in biology or health sciences. The specific degree requirements can be found in the Graduate Program section of the College of Education Grand Valley State University Catalog section.

Upon admission to the program, the student will meet with a College of Education advisor and an advisor from the Biology Department or the Department of Biomedical Sciences who will evaluate all previous coursework taken in biology. A curricular plan reflecting the students needs, interests, and goals will be agreed upon. Each student must complete a minimum of 15 credits from the following list of approved courses:

  • BIO 400-level courses with permission of advisor

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