Program Overview

  • Duration

    3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

  • Total Courses

    01

  • Total Credit Hours

    6

The Middle-Level Education program focuses on the unique needs of adolescent learners. Students explore middle-level teaching strategies, classroom management, and subject-specific instruction. Graduates are prepared to teach in middle schools and contribute to the academic and social development of young adolescents.

Explore classroom management for middle school, focusing on effective classroom management strategies, behavior management, and creating a positive learning environment. Analyze classroom discipline, motivation, and student engagement.


Study research methods in education, covering research design, data collection, and educational research methodologies. Analyze research techniques, data analysis, and the role of research in educational studies.


Discuss special topics in early childhood education, exploring contemporary issues, research, and trends in the field of early childhood education. Analyze current practices and their implications for early childhood educators.


Study advanced middle school concepts, covering advanced topics in middle school education, curriculum design, and pedagogy. Analyze curriculum development, instructional strategies, and assessment practices.


Gain an understanding of reading/writing methods in the middle school, emphasizing literacy instruction and effective teaching strategies. Analyze reading and writing curriculum, literacy development, and teaching techniques.

TUITION

Fees Breakdown Cost
GRADUATE COURSE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION $1,560
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $1,560
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At the University of North Carolina, we champion the synergy of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education ensures that exceptional learning doesn't come with an exorbitant price. We unlock the gates to knowledge, extending students the opportunity to flourish without the heavy weight of overwhelming tuition costs, empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

6

Course Duration

3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

01

PEDAGOGICAL FOUNDATIONS AND TEACHING METHODS:

The College of Education begins with a focus on pedagogical foundations and teaching methods. Students delve into the principles of education, child development, and innovative teaching techniques. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to inspire and educate future generations.

CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE AND STUDENT ENGAGEMENT:

Beyond the theoretical framework, our College of Education places a strong emphasis on classroom experience and student engagement. Students have opportunities to participate in teaching practicums, work with diverse student populations, and collaborate with local schools. These experiences not only enhance their teaching skills but also provide valuable insights into effective education strategies.

GLOBAL EDUCATION PERSPECTIVES AND CROSS-CULTURAL TEACHING:

The College of Education at University of North Carolina is committed to promoting global education perspectives and cross-cultural teaching. Our curriculum explores international approaches to education and encourages students to engage in cross-cultural teaching experiences through study abroad programs and collaborations with educators from around the world. This global perspective equips students to excel in diverse educational settings.

Classroom Management For Middle School (MLE-093)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Organizing Your Classroom And Materials
     Choosing Rules And Procedures
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Student Work
     Getting Off To A Good Start
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Planning And Conducting Instruction
     Managing Cooperative Learning Groups
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Maintaining Appropriate Student Behavior
     Communication Skills For Teaching
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Problem Behaviors
     Managing Special Groups

Research Methods In Education (TLN-296)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Design, Measurement, And Analysis
     Standard Deviation And Correlation.
     Variables And The Relations Among Them.
     The Uses Of Descriptive Statistics.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Surveys And Random Sampling.
     Experiments And Random Assignment.
     Reliability And Validity.
     Statistical Inference.
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Regression Analysis.
     Back To Regression.
     Methods For Categorical Variables Including Logistic Regression
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Multi-Level Modeling.
     Factor Analysis.
     Structural Equation Modeling.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Program Evaluation.
     Test Item Analysis, Individual Assessment, And Accountability.
     Reviewing, Critiquing, And Synthesizing Research.

Special Topics In Early Childhood (MLE-572)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Preparing To Begin Student Teaching
     Becoming A Professional
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Establishing Effective Professional Relationships
     Guiding Young Children In The Classroom
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Classroom Management: Environments And Routines  
     Observations And Evaluations Of Student Teaching  
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Assessment Of Young Children
     Supportive Instruction  
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Understanding Diverse Communities And Interacting With Children’S Families
     Completion Of Student Teaching: Looking Ahead  

Advanced Middle School Concepts (MLE-741)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Teaching And You
     Using Performance Objectives
     Long Range Planning
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Planning Daily Lessons
     Evaluation
     Test Administration, Administration, And Scoring
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Individualizing Instruction
     Teaching In Multicultural Classrooms
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Teaching Strategies.
     Communications
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Motivation
     From Discipline To Self-Discipline

Reading/Writing Methods In The Middle School (MLE-798)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Middle-School Learner: Theory And Research That Inform Practice
     Motivation And Engagement
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Literature For Adolescents
     Scaffolding Students’ Comprehension, Learning, And Engagement With Text
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Teaching Comprehension And Study Strategies
     Teaching Literature
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Fostering Higher-Order Thinking And Deep Understanding
     Vocabulary Instruction
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Assessment
     Organizing Classrooms To Promote Reading And Responding