Dr. Peggy L. Tarpley, Chair
Department of Education and Special Education
434.395.2337, tarpleypl@longwood.edu

Within the Department of Education and Special Education, there are fifteen areas of concentration leading to the Master of Science degree in Education. They are Community & College Counseling; Curriculum & Instruction Specialist/Elementary; Curriculum & Instruction Specialist/K-8 Mathematics; Curriculum & Instruction Specialist/LD, E/BD & Mild MR; Curriculum & Instruction Specialist/Modern Languages; Curriculum & Instruction Specialist/Music; Educational Leadership; Elementary Education PreK-6 Initial Licensure, Guidance and Counseling; Literacy & Culture; Modern Languages/ESL PreK-12 Initial Licensure; School Library Media; School Library Media PreK-12 Initial Licensure and Special Education PreK-12 Initial Licensure. In addition, the M.S. degree is awarded to Longwood students enrolled in the Special Education/Liberal Studies five-year program. The department also offers four Education graduate licensure-only programs in Educational Leadership, Reading Specialist, School Library Media, and Special Education PreK-12.

GRADUATE PROFESSIONAL SEMESTER For Initial Licensure

Students in the Elementary Education PreK-6 Initial Licensure concentration, School Library Media PreK-12 Initial Licensure, Special Education PreK-12 Initial Licensure concentration, and Modern Languages/ESL PreK-12 Initial Licensure concentration must complete a professional semester to meet state licensing requirements. This professional semester is designed as the capstone course in these programs. For those students who are already teaching under a Provisional or Special Education Conditional License, enrollment in the professional semester is still a requirement, but will be a mentorship of their current teaching position.
      To be eligible, a student must have a 3.00 GPA, passing scores on Praxis II (if applicable), the Virginia Reading Assessment (if applicable), and the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA), and all other program requirements completed. An application must be completed and filed with the Office of Professional Services, within the first 2 weeks of the semester prior to the semester they expect to complete their graduate professional semester. Praxis I & II score reports must be submitted with the application if you did not list Longwood University as a score recipient when you took the tests. Applications to the professional semester may be obtained from the Office of Professional Services or by visiting their web site at www.longwood.edu/cehs/professional_services/index.htm.
      Effective fall 2006, any student participating in a Longwood College of Education and Human Services course-or program-related extended field placement shall present evidence prior to placement that a criminal record background check has been completed in accordance to the requirements of the agency where the student is placed.  Students should confer with their specific program faculty to understand the placing agency’s requirements and the procedures they should follow to comply with these requirements.

THESIS

The writing of an acceptable thesis is an option for the Curriculum and Instruction Specialist/LD, E/BD and Mild MR concentration, the Curriculum and Instruction Specialist/Music concentration, the Special Education/Liberal Studies 5-year concentration, and the Special Education PreK-12 Initial Licensure concentration. The thesis proposal will summarize the proposed study and give research methodology or critical framework for the study. The thesis proposal is formulated by the student in consultation with an advisor and submitted to the student’s thesis committee. The student’s thesis committee will be composed of three graduate faculty members; adjunct faculty will not serve on this committee. The Longwood University Human and Animal Subjects Research Review committee must approve the proposal prior to commencement of the research.
      For general requirements on the thesis, consult the "Academic Regulations" section.

COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH/Teacher Research

The writing of an acceptable research article is an option for the Curriculum and Instruction Specialist/LD, E/BD and Mild MR concentration, the Curriculum and Instruction Specialist/Music concentration, the Special Education/Liberal Studies 5-year concentration, and the Special Education PreK-12 Initial Licensure concentration. The collaborative research or teacher research proposal will summarize the proposed study and give research methodology or critical framework for the study. The student in consultation with a faculty member either conducting similar research or willing to support the student’s research formulates the collaborative research or teacher research proposal. It is then submitted to the student’s research committee. The student’s research committee will be composed of three graduate faculty members; adjunct faculty will not serve on this committee. The Longwood University Human and Animal Subjects Research Review committee must approve the proposal prior to commencement of the research.
   For general requirements on collaborative research or teacher research, consult the "Academic Regulations" section.

COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION

The comprehensive examination will be of the essay type, consisting of several broad question areas. It is designed to evaluate the student's competency in written expression and the ability to reason. In addition, the student's knowledge of and ability to apply specific theory and research relating to his/her area of  study will be evaluated. The grading system for the evaluation of the comprehensive examination will be pass/fail. Two of the three members of the committee must agree for a "Pass" grade.
      The student’s comprehensive examination committee will be composed of three graduate faculty members; adjunct faculty will not serve on this committee. The committee will be responsible for the preparation and evaluation of the comprehensive examination.
      Students must have completed or be enrolled to allow for completion of 30-36 semester hours of course work depending on specific program requirements, students must have a B average (3.0 GPA) in all courses completed for the degree, and students must have already filed the Application for Graduate Degree to be eligible to enroll in the comprehensive examination.
      The comprehensive examination in Education will be administered two times a year from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on the third Saturday of October and the first Saturday of March by the Office of Graduate and Extended Studies on the main campus in Farmville. Students must register for the comprehensive examination (Educ 699-select the section of your program) no later than the last day to add a course in the semester in which they wish to take the examination. The Office of Graduate and Extended Studies will send written notification after the last day to add a course in a semester to all students registered for the comprehensive examination. The notification will include specifics about administration of the exam. Some programs provide study guides, which will be included with the above notification.
    Students who fail the examination shall be allowed one re-examination. The Education re-examination can be administered at a time set by the Dean of Graduate and Extended Studies within the same semester with a fee of $35.00 required prior to administration of the re-examination. Alternatively, the re-examination can be administered at the next scheduled exam date with the student registering for the re-exam section of Educ 699 in that term and paying the $35.00 course fee. Failure of the examination for a second time will be final, and students will be dismissed from the graduate program.
      For general requirements on the comprehensive examination, consult the "Academic Regulations" section of this catalog.

CONCENTRATIONS

The following pages give an overview of each program along with the program requirements of each concentration offered in the Education major. There are fifteen concentrations leading to the Master of Science degree in Education and four concentrations leading to Education graduate licensure only.

NOTE:   Students are to use these pages as curriculum advisory sheets for their graduate program of study. Although substitutions may be considered, please be aware that they may negatively affect endorsement requirements and that a maximum of two substitutions are permitted in a program. Students are urged to use requirements of the Virginia Department of Education as endorsement guidelines.

COMMUNITY AND COLLEGE COUNSELING

Dr. Jennifer Apperson, Program Coordinator
434.395.2323, appersonjm@longwood.edu

The Community and College Counseling program offers an interdisciplinary degree specifically for college graduates interested in preparing for counseling roles in community agencies, working in areas such as mental health, social services, youth development services, court services or rehabilitation, or in college settings such as student affairs offices, counseling centers or residence halls. A teaching license is not required for this program. 
     Students will receive solid grounding in research methodologies and human development theories relevant to counseling applications. They will learn the theoretical frameworks of counseling and how they translate into individual and group interventions based on research strategies tailored to individual client needs. Graduates will assist clients in self-discovery, personal growth, and in making healthy lifestyle choices. 
     Students are cautioned to work closely with their advisor in planning their studies since some courses have prerequisites and are sequenced to begin with the fall semester. 
     Students interested in pursuing licensure as a Professional Counselor in the Commonwealth of Virginia are advised to obtain and adhere to the regulations of the Virginia Board of Counseling. Completion of this program does not meet all of the eligibility requirements for licensure in Virginia. Information may be obtained at www.dhp.virginia.gov/counseling/counseling_forms.htm#LPC. To view Virginia state code information on the LPC license, please access the following web sites,
http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+reg+18VAC115-20-40
http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+reg+18VAC115-20-49 
http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+reg+18VAC115-20-51 
http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+reg+18VAC115-20-52  

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 502              Research Design (3) (Required during the first nine hours)
EDUC 503              Introduction to the Counseling Profession (3)
EDUC 505              Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy  (3)
EDUC 521              Human Growth and Development (3)
EDUC 545              Techniques of Counseling and Psychotherapy (3)
EDUC 555              Psychological Testing and Appraisal (3)
EDUC 605              Group Counseling Theories and Techniques (3)
EDUC 612              Counseling Strategies for Healthy Adjustment (3)
PSYC 650               Counseling Practicum/Community and College (3)
PSYC 651               Practice and Ethics of Community and College Counseling (3)
PSYC 660               Clinical Psychopathology (3)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)
ELECTIVE COURSES (6). Select two from the following courses offered on a rotating basis. 
EDUC 601              Counseling in a Pluralistic Society (3)
EDUC 610              Career Counseling and Career Development (3)
EDUC 613              Guidance & Counseling of Exceptional Students (3)
PSYC 523               Theories in Personality (3)
PSYC 540               Behavior Modification (3)
PSYC 552               Psychopharmacology (3)
PSYC 553               Psycholinguistics (3)
PSYC 595               Special Topics (3)
PSYC 620               Family Systems Theories (3)
PSYC 621               Family Therapy Techniques (3)
PSYC 625               Diagnosis and Treatment of Addictive Disorders (3)
PSYC 630               Advanced Statistical Methods (3)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            39

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION SPECIALIST/K-8 MATHEMATICS 

Dr. Sharon Emerson-Stonnell, Program Coordinator
434.395.2197, emersonstonnellss@longwood.edu

The K-8 Mathematics Curriculum and Instruction Specialist concentration is designed for the classroom teacher who wants to improve instructional skills as well as expand knowledge and skills in mathematics. Virginia teachers at the elementary and middle school levels must possess a deep understanding of the mathematics they are teaching, an understanding of how it connects to higher levels of mathematics, and a skilful use of methods to guide students in the learning. Well-prepared teacher leaders in a specialist’s role can have a significant influence on strengthening content, pedagogical, and assessment knowledge of those classroom teachers who are inadequately prepared to deliver significant mathematics programs. They can also provide the professional development that is critical for improving instruction and student learning. Applicants to this program must hold a valid Virginia Collegiate Professional Teaching License or equivalent from another state and have at least two years teaching experience including mathematics curriculum. Completion of this program meets current eligibility requirements for the Postgraduate Professional License and an add-on endorsement as a K-8 Mathematics Specialist.
   Development of the mathematics courses for this program is the result of a cooperative arrangement by the University of Virginia, the University of Mary Washington, James Madison University, Norfolk State University, Virginia Commonwealth University,  Virginia Tech, and Longwood University.  A consortium agreement with these partner institutions has established five jointly developed core mathematics courses as transferable across member institutions.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 502              Research Design (3)
EDUC 508              Introduction to Elementary Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment (3)
EDUC 547              Instructional Media and Computer Technology in the Classroom (3)       
EDUC 671              Supervision and Evaluation of Instruction and Instructional Programs (3)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)
MAED 623              Teaching Mathematics in Grades K-8 (3)                            
MAED 650              Mathematics Specialist Leadership (3)               
MATH 651              Numbers and Operations for K-8 Teachers (3)                                
MATH 653              Rational Numbers and Proportional Reasoning for K-8 Teachers (3)
MATH 655              Functions and Algebra for K-8 Teachers (3)
MATH 657              Geometry and Measurement for K-8 Teachers (3)
MATH 659              Probability and Statistics for K-8 Teachers (3)                                                    
TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED               33

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION SPECIALIST/LD, E/BD AND MILD MR 

Dr. Rachel Mathews, Program Coordinator
434.395.2532, mathewsr@longwood.edu

The concentration in Special Education provides strategies for effective teaching of students with learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, and mild mental retardation. Graduate students learn assessment and diagnosis of students, effective instructional procedures, collaborative and transitional techniques, and behavior management strategies. This degree is for special education teachers or other licensed teachers who wish to work toward an endorsement to teach students with learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, or mild mental retardation.  
      Students entering the C & I Specialist in LD, E/BD, and MMR program must possess a valid Virginia Collegiate Professional License or equivalent from another state. Prior to completing the program and receiving the Master’s degree, students must meet the following graduation requirements: must show evidence of at least one course in the teaching of reading and at least one course in the teaching of mathematics.

NOTE:    Though many courses overlap, this is a different program from the 5-year Liberal Studies/Special Education undergraduate/graduate program and the Special Education PreK-12 Initial Licensure program.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 502               Research Design (3) (Required during the first nine hours)
EDUC 547               Instructional Media and Computer Technology in the Classroom (3)
EDUC 620               School Law (3)
SPED 515               Survey of Exceptional Students (3)
SPED 516               Medical and Neurological Problems of Exceptional Students (3)
SPED 520               Language Development and Language Disorders (3)
SPED 540               Curriculum and Methods for Students with Learning Disabilities,
                                Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, and Mental Retardation  (3)
SPED 545               Psychoeducational Assessment (3)
SPED 565               Behavior Management (3)
SPED 575               Career and Life Planning for Individuals with Disabilities (3)
SPED 682               Collaboration in the School, Home and Community (3)
SPED 689               Seminar of Current Issues in Special Education (3)
SPED 600               Thesis Research (3)
OR SPED 601         Collaborative Special Education Research (3)
OR EDUC 699         Comprehensive Exam (0)
                                (In lieu of thesis research or collaborative special education research, students selecting the comprehensive exam option must register for the exam and take one of the following courses:  ART 543; EDUC 530, 549; MAed 623; MUSC 548; PSYC 523, 552, 660; SCED 562; or SPED 690.)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            39

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION SPECIALIST/MODERN LANGUAGES

Dr. Susan A. Hildebrandt, Program Coordinator
434.395.2182, hildebrandtsa@longwood.edu

The Modern Languages Curriculum and Instruction Specialist concentration is designed for the classroom teacher who wants to improve instructional skills as well as expand knowledge and skills in the language of concentration. Completion of this program meets current eligibility requirements for the Postgraduate Professional License.
     Students admitted to this program are expected to present an undergraduate major in the language of concentration and a valid Virginia Collegiate Professional License or equivalent from another state.  Students may select French, German or Spanish as the area of concentration. Note that courses with a FREN, GERM or SPAN prefix are usually offered during summer institutes for teachers. Students should work closely with their adviser to determine their course of study.

Summer Institutes for Teachers

Graduate courses in Spanish are offered during the Summer Institute for Spanish Teachers in Mérida, Venezuela, and in Valencia, Spain, and change each year. Approximate dates each year are from July 5th through 30th; the application deadline is May 1. Students may take two graduate Spanish courses and receive six credits while living with host families and sharing three meals per day with them. The program is very intensive; besides attending classes each day, students participate in visits to sites of cultural or historic significance and in social activities with the families and instructors.
      Summer Institutes for French or German Teachers are occasionally offered; students interested in any of the Institutes should contact Dr. Lily Goetz, Director of International Affairs, for information or visit the web site at  www.longwood.edu/modernlanguages/Institutes.html.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 502              Research Design (3) (Required during the first nine hours)
EDUC 530              Teaching Reading in the Content Area (3)
EDUC 547              Instructional Media and Computer Technology in the Classroom (3)
EDUC 571              Foundations of Instruction and Learning Theory (3)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)
REQUIRED ELECTIVE COURSES BY LANGUAGE (18). Select a minimum of six courses in the language of concentration:
FREN 500               Approaches to Teaching French (3)
FREN 501               Advanced Grammar Through Composition and Conversation (3)
FREN 502               Advanced Conversation and Phonetics (3)
FREN 520               Topics in Literature (3)
FREN 521               The Teaching of Literature (3)
FREN 530               Topics in Culture and Civilization (3)
FREN 531               The Teaching of Culture and Civilization (3)
FREN 595               Special Topics (1-3)
GERM 500             Approaches to Teaching German (3)
GERM 501             Advanced Grammar Through Composition and Conversation (3)
GERM 502             Advanced Conversation and Phonetics (3)
GERM 520             Topics in Literature (3)
GERM 521             The Teaching of Literature (3)
GERM 530             Topics in Culture and Civilization (3)
GERM 531             The Teaching of Culture and Civilization (3)
GERM 595             Special Topics (1-3)
SPAN 500              Approaches to Teaching Spanish (3)
SPAN 501              Advanced Grammar Through Composition and Conversation (3)
SPAN 502              Advanced Conversation and Phonetics (3)
SPAN 520              Topics in Literature (3)
SPAN 521              The Teaching of Literature (3)
SPAN 530              Topics in Culture and Civilization (3)
SPAN 531              The Teaching of Culture and Civilization (3)
SPAN 595              Special Topics (1-3)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            30

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION SPECIALIST/MUSIC

 Dr. Patricia D. Lust, Program Coordinator
434.395.2049, lustpd@longwood.edu

The Music Curriculum and Instruction Specialist concentration offers two tracks: teacher research and thesis. The thesis track allows students to develop music research tools, focus on an area of study pertinent to the field, research, write, and present that body of work. The teacher research track allows students to develop research projects in concert with their current teaching situations. Both tracks are designed for musicians currently teaching at all levels in the school system who wish to improve teaching skills and deepen their knowledge in a particular area of music. A recognized undergraduate degree in music education, a video of teaching or rehearsal and a valid Virginia Collegiate Professional Teaching License or equivalent from another state are required for admission.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 520              Literacy Development and Cultural Awareness (3)
EDUC 542              Curriculum Development in the Elementary School (3)
OR EDUC 543        Curriculum Development in the Middle and Secondary School (3)
EDUC 547              Instructional Media and Computer Technology in the Classroom (3)
EDUC 571              Foundations of Instruction and Learning Theory (3)
MUSC 513             Advanced Analysis and Aural Skills (2)
MUSC 519             M.I.D.I and Computer Applications in Music (3)                              
MUSC 581             Applied Music (2)
MUSC 681             Applied Music (2) (Lecture Recital track only)
MUSC 631             Research in Music (3)
Choose one:                                                                                         
MUSC 683             Lecture Recital (4)
MUSC 690             Thesis (6)
MUSC 691             Teacher Research (6)                                                          
REQUIRED MUSIC ELECTIVES (2-3).
MUSC 542             Conducting seminar - choral (2)                                       
MUSC 543             Conducting seminar - instrumental (2)
MUSC 544             Music in the Integrated Curriculum (3)                                                           
MUSC 546             Vocal Pedagogy (2)                                                                            
MUSC 588             Composition (2)
MUSC 595             Special Topics (1-3)
MUSC 645             Piano Pedagogy (2)
MUSC 661             Instrument Repair (1)                                                                          
MUSC 681             Applied Music (2)                                                                               
MUSC 688             Composition (2)                                                                   
MUSC 695             Special Topics (1-3)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED                            30 – 31

NOTE: Applied Music - For areas we don’t have among our resident faculty, we will draw on Richmond symphony players. Students may have to travel to applied lessons at their own expense. For off-campus programs, students will have to travel to Longwood for lessons.

EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
(in Administration and Supervision)

Dr. Gerry R. Sokol, Program Coordinator
434.395.2687, sokolgr@longwood.edu

The Educational Leadership degree program is for teachers who hold at least a valid Virginia Collegiate Professional License or equivalent from another state, have taught successfully for at least two years, and wish to pursue a career in school administration. Students are provided preparation for administrative and/or supervisory roles in public and private schools. A three-credit internship (200 clock hours) must be taken and scheduled during the last one or two semesters of the program. Students wishing to obtain the Administrative and Supervisory PreK-12 endorsement must take the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA) before applying to the Virginia Department of Education for the endorsement. Students should take the SLLA no earlier than the final semester in the program and have scores sent to Longwood University.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 502              Research Design (3) (Required during the first nine hours)
EDUC 504              Educational Leadership (3)
EDUC 542              Curriculum Development in the Elementary School (3)
OR EDUC 543       Curriculum Development in the Middle and Secondary Schools (3)
EDUC 549              School-Community Relations and Substance Abuse (3)
EDUC 571              Foundations of Instruction and Learning Theory (3)
EDUC 572              Public School Administration (3)
EDUC 620              School Law (3)
EDUC 621              Technology for School Administrators (3)
EDUC 625              Public School Finance (3)
EDUC 628              School Personnel Administration (3)
EDUC 671              Supervision and Evaluation of Instruction and Instructional Programs (3)
EDUC 690              Internship in Educational Leadership K-12 (3)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            36

EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP LICENSURE
(Endorsement in Administration and Supervision)

Dr. Gerry R. Sokol, Program Coordinator
434.395.2687, sokolgr@longwood.edu

The Educational Leadership licensure program is designed for teachers who have a Master’s degree, a valid Virginia Postgraduate Professional teaching license or equivalent from another state, and at least two years successful teaching experience. Students are provided preparation for administrative and/or supervisory roles in public and private schools. A three-credit internship (200 clock hours) must be taken and scheduled during the last one or two semesters of the program. Students wishing to obtain the Administrative and Supervisory preK-12 endorsement must take the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA) before applying to the Virginia Department of Education for the endorsement. Students should take the SLLA no earlier than the final semester in the program and have scores sent to Longwood University. Admission to this licensure program is on the same basis as admission to the graduate degree program in Educational Leadership at Longwood University.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 504              Educational Leadership (3)
EDUC 572              Public School Administration (3)
EDUC 620              School Law (3)
EDUC 621              Technology for School Administrators (3)
EDUC 625              Public School Finance (3)
EDUC 628              School Personnel Administration (3)
EDUC 671              Supervision and Evaluation of Instruction and Instructional Programs (3)
EDUC 681              Foundations of Evaluation of Learning (3)
EDUC 690              Internship in Educational Leadership K-12 (3)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            27

ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION SPECIALIST

 Dr. David Locascio, Program Coordinator
434.395.2609, locasciod@longwood.edu

The Elementary Curriculum and Instruction Specialist concentration is designed for individuals who already possess a valid Virginia Collegiate Professional License or equivalent from another state, have taught for five to ten years (highly recommend a minimum of eight years), and wish to update and enhance their instructional skills. Completion of this program meets current eligibility requirements for the Postgraduate Professional License.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 502              Research Design (3) (Required during the first nine hours)
EDUC 524              Emergent and Early Literacy Instruction (3)
EDUC 525              Intermediate to Middle School Literacy Instruction (3)
EDUC 530              Teaching Reading in the Content Area (3)
EDUC 542              Curriculum Development in the Elementary School (3)
EDUC 544              Social Sciences in the Elementary School (3)
EDUC 547              Instructional Media and Computer Technology in the Classroom (3)
EDUC 571              Foundations of Instruction and Learning Theory (3)
EDUC 681              Foundations of Evaluation of Learning (3)
EDUC 682              Seminar in Visions of Leadership and Learning (3)
SCED 562              Teaching Science in the Elementary School (3)
MAED 623              Teaching Mathematics in Grades K-8 (3)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            36

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION PREK-6 INITIAL LICENSURE

 Dr. David Locascio, Program Coordinator
434.395.2609, locasciod@longwood.edu

The Elementary Education PreK-6 Initial Licensure concentration is designed for individuals who hold a baccalaureate degree in any discipline and wish to become an elementary teacher in grades PreK-6. Passing scores on Praxis I, or an equivalent SAT score, are required for admission to the program and   passing scores on Praxis II, the Virginia Reading Assessment (VRA) and the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA)  are required prior to enrollment in the Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester. An application for the Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester must be completed and filed with the Office of Professional Services within the first 2 weeks of the semester prior to the semester they expect to complete their graduate professional semester. Please refer to information on the “Graduate Professional Semester” outlined on page 51.
      Students must join a professional education organization prior to the Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester and may choose from a variety of content-specific organizations (e.g., National Council of Teachers of Mathematics or the Virginia affiliate) or broad-based education organizations (e.g., National Education Association or the Virginia Education Association). During one of their field placements, students must design, organize and host an elementary grades education event at a school in collaboration with students in specialist degree programs and/or the cooperating teacher, other teachers and/or parent teacher organization members before completing Education 689 – Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester in the Elementary School. 
      In order to complete the program and meet current eligibility requirements for the Virginia Postgraduate Professional Teaching License with an endorsement to teach grades PreK-6, the candidate must submit fifty-seven (57) credits of general studies at the undergraduate or graduate level, which can include credits earned in their Baccalaureate degree. These fifty-seven credits must consist of 12 credits in English (grammar & composition, oral communication, and literature); 15 credits in history and social sciences (US history, world history, economics, geography, and psychology); 6 credits in humanities (philosophy and the arts); 12 credits in mathematics (algebra/calculus, geometry, and probability & statistics); and 12 credits in natural sciences (biology, chemistry, physics, and earth science). In addition, students must meet all current Virginia Department of Education licensure requirements in order to be eligible for licensure.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 506              Contemporary Social Issues in American Education (3)
EDUC 508              Introduction to Elementary Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment (3)
EDUC 521              Human Growth and Development (3)
EDUC 524              Emergent and Early Literacy Instruction (3)
EDUC 527              Strategies for Students who Struggle with Literacy (3)
EDUC 529              Teaching Comprehension Strategies (3)
EDUC 544              Social Sciences in the Elementary School (3)
EDUC 547              Instructional Media and Computer Technology in the Classroom (3)
EDUC 573              Inquiry into the Classroom Community (3)
MUSC 548             Integrated Arts in the Elementary School (3)
PHED 589              Elementary School Health and Physical Education (3)
SCED 562              Teaching Science in the Elementary School (3)
SPED 515              Survey of Exceptional Students (3)
MAED 623              Teaching Mathematics in Grades K-8 (3)
EDUC 689              Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester in the Elementary School (6)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            48

LITERACY AND CULTURE 

Dr. Jeannine R. Perry, Program Coordinator
434.395.2469, perryjr@longwood.edu

The concentration in Literacy and Culture is designed for teachers who wish to: (a) upgrade their knowledge and skills for teaching literacy in the PreK-12 classroom; (b) be an instructional specialist; and/or (c) work in alternative support programs. The program follows both the Standards for Reading Professionals published by the International Reading Association (IRA) and endorsed by the accreditation agency NCATE, as well as the Virginia Department of Education Licensure Regulations for School Personnel. Upon successful completion of this 36 hour program, a Master of Science in Education and eligibility to receive an endorsement as a Reading Specialist/Coach PreK-12 will be earned. This degree provides teachers the opportunity to investigate research-based theories in reading and writing, put theory into effective practice, and examine how culture impacts literacy teaching and learning. The goal of this program is to produce competent teacher-leaders able to teach reading and writing across the curriculum within the parameters of research-based literacy techniques and assessments.
      Students entering this program must possess a valid Virginia Collegiate Professional License or equivalent from another state. Applicants must also have a minimum of two years teaching experience under a full-time teaching contract and the capacity to work directly with students in an educational setting as they proceed through the program. Interested applicants with less than two years teaching experience may contact the program coordinator to discuss options.

NOTE:    All applicants must meet with the program coordinator and create a course completion plan upon being admitted to the program.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 518              Teaching the Writing Process K-8 (3)
EDUC 520              Literacy Development and Cultural Awareness (3)
EDUC 524              Emergent and Early Literacy Instruction  (3)
EDUC 525              Intermediate to Middle School Literacy Instruction (3)                
EDUC 526              Classroom-based Literacy Assessment  (3)                   
EDUC 527              Strategies for Students who Struggle with Literacy (3)
EDUC 530              Teaching Reading in the Content Area (3)
EDUC 531              Inquiry Into the Literacy Process (3)               
EDUC 626              Practicum I: Analysis & Instruction in Literacy (3)
EDUC 645              Developing Leaders in Literacy ( (3)
EDUC 646              Practicum II: Leadership in Literacy (3)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)
ELECTIVE COURSE (3) Select one course from the following:
EDUC 502              Research Design (3)
EDUC 529              Teaching Comprehension Strategies (3)
EDSL 520               Library Resources for Children (3)
EDSL 530               Library Resources for Young Adults (3)
SPED 515               Survey of Exceptional Students (3)
SPED 520               Language Development and Disorders (3)
OR another three-credit course approved by the advisor

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            36

Literacy and Culture Licensure
(Endorsement as Reading Specialist/Coach)

Dr. Jeannine R. Perry, Program Coordinator
434.395.2469, perryjr@longwood.edu

The Reading Specialist/Coach licensure program is designed for teachers who have a Master’s degree, a valid Virginia Postgraduate Professional teaching license or equivalent from another state, and at least three years of successful teaching experience in which reading education was a responsibility under a full-time teaching contract. This program  provides teachers the opportunity to investigate research-based theories in reading and writing, put theory into effective practice, and examine how culture impacts teaching and learning. The goal of this program is to produce competent teacher-leaders able to teach reading and writing across the curriculum within the parameters of research-based literacy techniques and assessments. Admission to this licensure program is on the same basis as admission to the graduate degree program in Literacy and Culture at Longwood University.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 518              Teaching the Writing Process K-8 (3)
EDUC 524              Emergent and Early Literacy Instruction  (3)
EDUC 526              Classroom-based Literacy Assessment  (3)
EDUC 527              Strategies for Students who Struggle with Literacy (3)                
EDUC 626              Practicum I: Analysis & Instruction in Literacy (3)       
EDUC 645              Developing Leaders in Literacy ( (3)
EDUC 646              Practicum II: Leadership in Literacy (3)
ELECTIVE COURSE (3) Select one course from the following:
EDUC 520              Literacy Development & Cultural Awareness (3)
EDUC 525              Intermediate to Middle School Literacy Instruction (3)
EDUC 529              Teaching Comprehension Strategies (3)
EDUC 530              Teaching Reading in the Content Area (3)
EDUC 531              Inquiry into the Literacy Process (3)
OR another three-credit course approved by the advisor

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            24

MODERN LANGUAGES/ESL PREK-12 INITIAL LICENSURE

 Dr. Susan A. Hildebrandt, Program Coordinator
434.395.2182, hildebrandtsa@longwood.edu

The Modern Languages/ESL PreK-12 Initial Licensure concentration is designed for the individual who holds a Baccalaureate degree and wishes to become a teacher of French, German, Spanish, or English as a Second Language. Upon successful completion of the program, and all current Virginia Department of Education requirements for licensure, students meet eligibility requirements for the Virginia Postgraduate Professional Teaching License with an endorsement to teach PreK-12 French, German, Spanish, or English as a Second Language as well as the Master of Science degree from Longwood University. 
      For acceptance into the program candidates must submit passing scores on Praxis I, or an equivalent SAT score, and prior to enrollment in the Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester passing scores on Praxis II (except for ESL candidates) and the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) are required. An application for the Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester must be completed and filed with the Office of Professional Services, within the first 2 weeks of the semester prior to the semester they expect to complete their graduate professional semester. Please refer to information on the “Graduate Professional Semester” outlined on page 51. 
      Students admitted to this program are expected to present an undergraduate major or minor in the language of the concentration or be a native speaker of the language with a Bachelor’s degree. English as a Second Language students must present the equivalent of at least three upper-level undergraduate courses in a foreign language for admission, or may take these undergraduate courses during the course of their study in this program. Students may select French, German, Spanish or English as a second language as an area of concentration. Note that courses with a FREN, GERM or SPAN prefix are usually offered during summer institutes for teachers. Students should work closely with their advisor to determine their course of study.

Summer Institutes for Teachers

Graduate courses in Spanish are offered during the Summer Institute for Spanish Teachers in Mérida, Venezuela, and in Valencia, Spain, and change each year. Approximate dates each year are from July 5th through 30th; the application deadline is May 1. Students may take two graduate Spanish courses and receive six credits while living with host families and sharing three meals per day with them. The program is very intensive; besides attending classes each day, students participate in visits to sites of cultural or historic significance and in social activities with the families and instructors.
      Summer Institutes for French or German Teachers are occasionally offered; students interested in any of the Institutes should contact Dr. Lily Goetz, Director of International Affairs, for information or visit the web site at www.longwood.edu/modernlanguages/Institutes.html.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 506              Contemporary Social Issues in American Education  (3)
EDUC 521              Human Growth and Development (3)
EDUC 530              Teaching Reading in the Content Area (3)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)
FREN/GERM/SPAN /TESL 500         Approaches to Teaching French/German/Spanish/English as a second language  (3)
FREN/GERM/SPAN /TESL 601         Graduate Directed Teaching French/German/Spanish/English as a second language  (6)
PSYC 553               Psycholinguistics (3)

FREN/GERM/SPAN REQUIRED ELECTIVE COURSES (12). Select a minimum of four courses in the language of concentration:
FREN 501               Advanced Grammar Through Composition and Conversation (3)
FREN 502               Advanced Conversation and Phonetics (3)
FREN 520               Topics in Literature (3)
FREN 521               The Teaching of Literature (3)
FREN 530               Topics in Culture and Civilization (3)
FREN 531               The Teaching of Culture and Civilization (3)
FREN 595               Special Topics (1-3)
GERM 501              Advanced Grammar Through Composition and Conversation (3)
GERM 502              Advanced Conversation and Phonetics (3)
GERM 520              Topics in Literature (3)
GERM 521              The Teaching of Literature (3)
GERM 530              Topics in Culture and Civilization (3)
GERM 531              The Teaching of Culture and Civilization (3)
GERM 595              Special Topics (1-3)
SPAN 501               Advanced Grammar Through Composition and Conversation (3)
SPAN 502               Advanced Conversation and Phonetics (3)
SPAN 520               Topics in Literature (3)
SPAN 521               The Teaching of Literature (3)
SPAN 530               Topics in Culture and Civilization (3)
SPAN 531               The Teaching of Culture and Civilization (3)
SPAN 595               Special Topics (1-3) 

ESL REQUIRED COURSES AND ELECTIVES (15). Complete three required courses and select two elective courses from the approved choices.
EDUC 520              Literacy Development and Cultural Awareness (3)
EDUC 524              Emergent and Early Literacy Instruction (3)
ENGL 579               Writing: Theory and Practice in the Middle, Secondary and College Classroom (3)
english Elective: Select a minimum of one course.
ENGL 541               Ethnic Literature (3)
ENGL 542               Regional Literature (3)
ENGL 543               Postcolonial Literature (3)
ENGL 544               Literature and Culture (3)
Language Elective: Select a minimum of one course.
FREN 501-595 (3)
GERM 501-595 (3)
SPAN 501-595 (3)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            33-36

SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA  

Mrs. Audrey Church, Program Coordinator
434.395.2682, churchap@longwood.edu

The School Library Media degree program is designed for individuals who hold a valid Virginia Collegiate Professional License or equivalent from another state and who want to earn a Master of Science in Education with a concentration in School Library Media. Coursework prepares individuals to meet the varied roles required of a school library media specialist in the 21st century – the roles of information specialist, instructional partner, teacher, and program administrator. The concept of the library media specialist as a catalyst for academic achievement is emphasized, as is the importance of helping our preK-12 students become information literate, independent, lifelong learners. Collaboration, leadership, and technology are themes, which run throughout the program. Successful completion of this program meets current eligibility requirements for the Virginia Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement as a school library media specialist in grades preK-12.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 502              Research Design (3)
EDUC 521              Human Growth and Development (3)
EDSL 503               Media Selection and Evaluation (3)
EDSL 520               Library Resources  for Children (3)
EDSL 530               Library Resources  for Young Adults (3)
EDSL 548               Production of Media for Instruction (3)
EDSL 560               Informational Sources and Services (3)
EDSL 561               Application of Existing and Emerging Technologies (3)
EDSL 580               Technical Processing of Materials (3)
EDSL 660               Collaborative Instructional Processes (3)
EDSL 670               Administration of School Library Media Centers (3)
EDSL 690               Clinical Experience in Library Media Services (3)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            36

SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA LICENSURE

Mrs. Audrey Church, Program Coordinator
434.395.2682, churchap@longwood.edu

The School Library Media licensure program is designed for individuals with a valid Virginia Collegiate Professional License or equivalent from another state who want to be eligible to add an endorsement for Library Media preK-12 without obtaining a Master’s degree. The program introduces methods of information management and ideas to develop fully collaborative library media programs in today’s schools. Successful completion of this program meets current eligibility requirements for an endorsement as a school library media specialist in grades preK-12.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDSL 503               Media Selection and Evaluation (3)
EDSL 520               Library Resources for Children (3)
EDSL 530               Library Resources for Young Adults (3)
EDSL 548               Production of Media for Instruction (3)
EDSL 560               Information Sources and Services (3)
EDSL 580               Technical Processing of Materials (3)
EDSL 660               Collaborative Instructional Processes (3)
EDSL 670               Administration of School Library Media Centers (3)
EDSL 690               Clinical Experience in Library Media Services (3)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            27

SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA PREK-12 INITIAL LICENSURE

Mrs. Audrey Church, Program Coordinator
434.395.2682, churchap@longwood.edu

This School Library Media PreK-12 Initial Licensure program prepares individuals to meet the varied roles required of a school library media specialist in the 21st century – the roles of information specialist, instructional partner, teacher, and program administrator. It introduces methods of information management and ideas to develop fully integrated programs in school library media centers as well as the education background needed for licensure. It culminates in a supervised professional semester in a school library/media center and a comprehensive examination designed to evaluate competency in written expression, ability to reason and skill in applying theory and research in the program area. Upon successful completion of the program and passing scores on the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA), students meet current eligibility requirements for the Virginia Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement in Library Media PreK-12 as well as earn a Master of Science degree from Longwood University.
      For acceptance into the program candidates must submit passing scores on Praxis I, or an equivalent SAT score, and prior to enrollment in the Graduate Supervised Experience/Professional Semester passing scores on the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) are required. An application for the Graduate Supervised Experience/Professional Semester must be completed and filed with the Office of Professional Services within the first 2 weeks of the semester prior to the semester they expect to complete their graduate professional semester. Please refer to information on the “Graduate Professional Semester” outlined on page 51. 

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 502                              Research Design (3)
EDUC 506                              Contemporary Social Issues in American Education (3)
EDUC 521                              Human Growth and Development (3)
EDUC 530                              Teaching Reading in the Content Area (3)
EDUC 542                              Curriculum Development in the Elementary School
OR EDUC 543                       Curriculum Development in the Middle & Secondary School (3)
EDUC 699                              Comprehensive Examination (0)
EDSL 503                               Media Selection and Evaluation (3)
EDSL 520                               Library Resources for Children (3)
EDSL 530                               Library Resources for Young Adults (3)
EDSL 548                               Production of Media for Instruction (3)
EDSL 560                               Informational Sources and Services (3)
EDSL 561                               Application of Existing and Emerging Technologies (3)
EDSL 580                               Technical Processing of Materials (3)
EDSL 660                               Collaborative Instructional Processes (3)
EDSL 670                               Administration of School Library Media Centers (3)
EDSL 689                               Supervised Experience in Library Media Services (6)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED               48

SPECIAL EDUCATION/LIBERAL STUDIES FIFTH YEAR 

Dr. Rachel Mathews, Program Coordinator
434.395.2532, mathewsr@longwood.edu

The Special/Education/Liberal Studies Fifth Year concentration is open only to Longwood students who have successfully completed all requirements for the Longwood Liberal Studies/Special Education undergraduate curriculum including 41 credits of General Education, 47 credits in the Liberal Studies major and 41 credits of professional education as described in the Longwood University undergraduate catalog. Successful completion of this program leads to the Master of Science degree and meets current eligibility requirements for the Virginia Postgraduate Professional License in LD, E/BD, and Mild MR PreK-12.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 502               Research Design (3) (Required during the first nine hours)
EDUC 521               Human Growth and Development (3)
EDU 524                 Emergent and Early Literacy Instruction (3)
OR EDUC 525         Intermediate to Middle School Literacy Instruction (3)
EDUC 530              Teaching Reading in the Content Areas (3)
EDUC 620              School Law (3)
SPED 516              Medical and Neurological Problems of Exceptional Students (3)
SPED 530              Characteristics of Students with Learning Disabilities,
                                Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, and Mental Retardation (3)
SPED 545               Psychoeducational Assessment (3)
SPED 575               Career and Life Planning for Individuals with Disabilities (3)
SPED 600               Thesis Research (3)
OR SPED 601         Collaborative Special Education Research (3)
OR EDUC 699         Comprehensive Exam (0) 
                                (In lieu of the thesis or collaborative special education research, students selecting the comprehensive exam option must register for the exam and take one of the following courses: ART 543, EDUC 549, 571, 681, MAed 623, MUSC 548, PSYC 523, 552, 660, or SCED 562. The course selected must not have been taken during the undergraduate years.)
SPED 689               Seminar of Current Issues in Special Education (3)
SPED 690               Internship (3)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED            36

SPECIAL EDUCATION PreK-12 INITIAL LICENSURE WITH
MASTER’S DEGREE OPTION

Dr. Rachel Mathews, Program Coordinator
434.395.2532, mathewsr@longwood.edu

This program is designed for individuals with a Baccalaureate degree who wish to meet eligibility requirements for the Virginia Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement to teach LD, E/BD, and mild MR students. Students must indicate in the application process whether they are seeking the degree with licensure or the licensure only.
    Passing scores on Praxis I, or an equivalent SAT score, are required for admission to the program. Passing scores on Praxis II, the Virginia Reading Assessment (VRA), and the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) are required prior to enrollment in the Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester. An application for the Graduate Directed Teaching/Professional Semester must be completed and filed with the Office of Professional Services within the first 2 weeks of the semester prior to the semester they expect to complete their graduate professional semester. Please refer to information on the “Graduate Professional Semester” outlined on page 51.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

EDUC 506               Contemporary Social Issues in American Education (3)
EDUC 521               Human Growth and Development (3)
MAED 623              Teaching Mathematics in Grades K-8 (3)
SPED 515               Survey of Exceptional Students (3)
SPED 516               Medical and Neurological Problems of Exceptional Students (3)
SPED 520               Language Development and Language Disorders (3)
SPED 540               Curriculum and Methods for Students with Learning Disabilities,
                                Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, and Mental Retardation (3)
SPED 545               Psychoeducational Assessment (3)
SPED 565               Behavior Management (3)
SPED 575               Career and Life Planning for Individuals with Disabilities (3)
SPED 682               Collaboration in the School, Home and Community (3)
SPED 689               Seminar of Current Issues in Special Education (3)
SPED 692               Special Education Graduate Professional Semester (6)
READING COURSES (6) Select two courses from the following:
EDUC 524              Emergent and Early Literacy Instruction (3)
EDUC 525              Intermediate to Middle School Literacy Instruction (3)
EDUC 530              Teaching Reading in the Content Areas (3) 

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED FOR LICENSURE                          48

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER'S DEGREE OPTION
(6 credits plus successful completion of the Comprehensive Examination OR 9 credits including successful completion of a Thesis or Collaborative Special Education Research):
EDUC 502              Research Design (3)
EDUC 547              Instructional Media and Computer Technology in the Classroom (3)
EDUC 699              Comprehensive Examination (0)
OR SPED 600        Thesis Research (3)
OR SPED 601        Collaborative Special Education Research (3)

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE 54/57