What is Classroom Teaching?
The Master of Education in Classroom Teaching at SWOSU is designed for professionals who are ready to bring their expertise into the classroom. Whether you are changing careers into teaching or already have a strong content background and want formal preparation in instruction, this flexible degree helps you confidently step into teaching roles.
Turn Your Experience into Impact
The Classroom Teaching M.Ed. is ideal for you if you:
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Hold a bachelor’s degree in a content area and want to learn how to teach it effectively
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Are considering a career change into education and want graduate-level preparation in pedagogy
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Want to deepen your understanding of how students learn, how to design meaningful lessons, and how to manage a successful classroom
You’ll gain the instructional knowledge, practical strategies, and professional confidence needed to work with diverse learners in today’s schools.
Note: This program may support individuals pursuing teacher certification; however, certification requirements vary by state. Candidates are responsible for confirming how this degree aligns with their specific certification pathway.
Flexible Pathways: Elementary or Secondary Focus
The M.Ed. in Classroom Teaching can be personalized with coursework that aligns with your interests and career goals. You can choose to emphasize:
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Elementary Teaching Opportunities
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Focus on teaching children in PreK–5/6 settings
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Explore child development, literacy, numeracy, and integrated content instruction
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Learn to create developmentally appropriate, engaging classrooms
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Secondary Teaching Opportunities
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Focus on teaching middle and high school students
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Deepen your understanding of adolescent learners and content-specific pedagogy
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Learn strategies for motivation, engagement, and classroom management in grades 6–12
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Within these broad options, you can select courses that complement your content background—such as English, math, science, social studies, or other subject areas—to build a strong bridge between what you know and how you’ll teach it.
Why Choose SWOSU for Classroom Teaching?
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Student-Centered, Personalized Learning
Small classes and a relational, mentoring-focused culture mean you’re known by name, not just by number. Faculty work alongside you to help you connect theory with practice in meaningful ways. -
Supportive, Experienced Faculty
Courses are taught by educators with real P–12 experience who understand the realities of today’s classrooms. They provide practical feedback, coaching, and encouragement as you grow into your teaching role. -
Designed for Working Adults
Thoughtful scheduling and course design make it possible to balance graduate study with work and family responsibilities, particularly for professionals entering education from other fields.
What You’ll Learn
In the Classroom Teaching M.Ed. program, you will:
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Build a foundation in learning theory and pedagogy
Understand how students learn, how to differentiate instruction, and how to design lessons that promote engagement and deep understanding. -
Develop effective instructional strategies
Learn to plan, deliver, and assess instruction using research-based methods tailored to your grade level and content interests. -
Strengthen classroom management and culture-building skills
Explore approaches for creating safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environments where all students can thrive. -
Use assessment and data to improve learning
Design and interpret assessments to inform instruction, support student growth, and communicate progress with families and colleagues. -
Integrate technology thoughtfully
Learn how to use technology to enhance instruction, support collaboration, and engage learners in meaningful ways.
Career Possibilities
Graduates of the Classroom Teaching M.Ed. are well-positioned to pursue roles such as:
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Classroom Teacher (elementary or secondary, depending on background and certification)
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Teacher in private, charter, or alternative educational settings
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Educational roles in community, corporate, or nonprofit learning environments