07.20.08
SIUE Programs in Red Bud
SIUE is bringing graduate level programs to Southwestern Illinois College in Red Bud.
Elementary Education
The Curriculum and Instruction Department will be offering a Master’s Degree associated with Elementary Education (12 courses) beginning Thursday, August 28, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. SWIC in Red Bud. In addition to the Master’s Degree, a Subsequent Certificate Alternative (6 – 8 courses) will be offered for those teachers seeking elementary certification who presently hold certifications in other areas, such as special education, secondary education, early childhood education, etc. View the proposed schedule of courses HERE.
Educational Administration
The Educational Leadership Department is also planning to offer the Educational Administration Master’s Degree (12 courses) at the SWIC Campus in Red Bud beginning on Thursday, August 28, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. This degree will result in a Type 75 certificate for graduates. For those individuals who already have a Master’s Degree, the Educational Administration Program will also offer a Certificate Only option (9 courses) or a Specialist Degree in general administration (11 courses) at Red Bud. These 2 options also lead to a Type 75 Certificate. See the proposed schedule HERE.
Coursework Schedule
Most courses will be offered in an 8-week format and some courses will be offered online. During the fall and spring semesters classes will be held on one evening a week, but during the summer semester a compact format will be used to deliver the coursework during daytime hours. Both programs are designed for participants to complete a Master’s Degree within a two-year period or six semesters (2 courses per semester).
Enroll Now
To apply now, contact Angie White at 650-3940 or by email at angewhi@siue.edu.
Please be informed that a minimum of 15 participants are necessary for SIUe to bring programs off campus.
07.13.08
U.S. Department of Education visits SIUE [photo]
Todd Zoellick, Deputy Regional Representative for U.S. Department of Education Secretary Margaret Spellings, visited the SIUE School of Education on Thursday, June 12. Mr. Zoellick presented on several issues including the reauthorization of the No Child Left Behind Act and gave a national education update. He also sought input from School of Education faculty and administrators who were in attendance on national education matters.
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