This master's program in elementary education with a concentration in middle school education (grades 6-8) is designed for prospective teachers wanting to obtain initial middle school teaching licensure and a master's degree at the same time. Available to students who have a non-teaching B.S. or B.A. degree, the program requires students to complete two content areas from the following: mathematics, English, science and social studies.The program prepares professional educators who are confident and excel in their content and pedagogy. They are committed to using effective practices innovatively, while respecting and addressing the needs of diverse student populations in middle school settings.The program prepares candidates to teach in diverse settings using culturally sustaining pedagogy.Faculty are world-class educators who use their own real world experiences to teach in relevant ways.