Computer Science Education - Grades PreK-12 M.S. - Professional
New York State Registered Program Code: 43655
HEGIS Code: 0701.01 {Computer and Information Sciences, General, Teacher}
Molloy Program of Study Code: MSCSP
Leads to NY State PreK-12 Computer Science Initial Certification
This program is designed to prepare candidates for New York State certification in Computer Science Education Pre-K-12 to become effective teachers of Computer Science. Computer science courses in schools provide students with the opportunity to learn how computers work and how we can use computers to solve problems in our society. The foundational knowledge in these courses is critical to preparing each child for success in college, career, and citizenship for the 21st century. Learning computer science concepts and practices develops computational skills, logic, problem solving, and creativity. This set of skills is important for citizenship and for any career in today’s world. Candidates for this program must have a valid NYS teaching certificate.
Candidates in possession of an Initial certification in another area will be able to apply for professional certification with this master's degree through the NYSED Teach Online system.
Program Learning Outcomes
• Teacher candidates will demonstrate a high level of written and oral communication skills.
• Teacher candidates will demonstrate the dispositions, attitudes, and beliefs deemed appropriate for teaching professionals.
• Teacher candidates will demonstrate reflective practice by utilizing research, assessment, and professional development to meet the needs of diverse student populations.
• Teacher candidates will acquire sufficient pedagogical knowledge and skills to be translated into effective teaching.
• Teacher candidates will acquire sufficient content knowledge and skills to be translated into effective teaching.
Requirements
Required Courses (36 credits)
| EDU 5025 | Foundations of Education and Computer Science Education | 3 |
| EDU 5130 | Meeting the Needs of Culturally Diverse Students in Inclusive Classrooms in Birth-Grade 2, Childhood 1-6 and Adolescence 7-12 | 3 |
| EDU 5230 | Instructional Applications of the Internet - Integrating Digital Age Tools into Instruction, Classroom Management, Communication and Collaboration | 3 |
| EDU 5235 | Practicum Seminar | 0 |
| EDU 5240 | Diverse Abilities and Needs of Students in Inclusive Classrooms Birth-Grade 2, Childhood 1-6 and Adolescence 7-12 | 3 |
| EDU 5312 | Computer Science Methodologies and Tools to Reach All Learners | 3 |
| EDU 5313 | Impact of Computing: Networks, the Internet and Web Programming | 3 |
| EDU 5314 | Developing Algorithmic Thinking through Programming | 3 |
| EDU 5315 | Analysis and Advanced Concepts in Programming | 3 |
| EDU 5316 | Computer Science Curriculum Design | 3 |
| EDU 5608 | Practicum Experience | 3 |
| EDU 5640 | Developing Reflective Research in Diverse Classroom | 3 |
| EDU 5650 | Teacher as Researcher in Diverse Classrooms | 3 |