Instructional Processes and Strategies (IPS)

This specialization is designed for qualifying individuals seeking an advanced degree. Completion of graduate level courses may lead to licensure renewal or pay increases for teachers in some states. Whether your interest is in improving as a professional or advancing in your profession, our mission is to empower you with advanced knowledge, skills, and dispositions as you explore your interest in Instructional Processes & Strategies.

No.  As of Spring 2017, there is no test that needs to be taken for admission into this program.

Yes.  Graduate courses in Instructional Processes & Strategies are available 100% online, enabling you to complete your studies wherever you are.

No. This program does not lead to initial teacher licensure or added endorsement.

No.  Instructional Processes and Strategies’ students complete CI-690.

The following states recognize Marshall University’s MA in Education with an emphasis in Instructional Processes and Strategies degree.

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Of course, the obvious career is teaching.  There are many other fields that value an MA in Education:

• Government agencies, such as your state Department of Education;
• Editors for trade publications in your field of expertise;
• Human resources–companies need people who can lead trainings and professional development workshops;
• Textbook and Instructional Materials Sales
• Museum Educator, Tour Guide;
• Residential Life Director at a college/university;
• Online Instructor;
• Curriculum Designer;

(Note:  this is not an exhaustive list, and employment in any career listed is not guaranteed by Marshall University.)

Absolutely!  You have to have a four-year degree from an accredited university/college, and a 2.5 GPA though.  Remember, you cannot receive teacher licensure after completing Marshall University’s MA in Education with an emphasis in Instructional Processes and Strategies degree.