Graduate Bulletin
Educational Psychology, Ed.M.
Concentration: Professional Development for
Teachers
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Fall: April 1
Spring: November 1
Complete applications received by the published deadlines are guaranteed
a decision for the upcoming semester. Those received after the stated
deadlines are reviewed on a space-available basis. Applications are
reviewed as they are completed, and applicants are notified of a
decision in as timely a manner as possible.
APPLY ONLINE to this graduate program.
Letters of Reference:
Number Required: 2
From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained from anyone familiar with
the applicant's academic competence. In general, the most common source
of these letters is college/university faculty members.
Coursework Required for Admission Consideration:
No specific coursework is required for admission.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:
All applicants must present credentials that are the equivalent of the appropriate baccalaureate degree at Temple University.
Statement of Goals:
Applicants should indicate their goals and objectives for obtaining a
master's degree. This statement is evaluated against the program's
mission. A typical goal statement contains the following items: the
applicant's reason for seeking a master's degree, with a specific focus
on the career to which s/he aspires; her/his research interests; and
academic and job-related experiences, relevant to the program. A typical
goal statement is 2 to 3 pages in length.
Standardized Test Scores:
The GRE/MAT is required. While no minimum score for the GRE is specified, it is expected that the scores will generally be no less than 500. The program evaluates all components of the GRE, but gives somewhat more weight to the quantitative score. While no minimum MAT score is specified, it is expected that the score will generally be at no less than the 50th percentile.
The GRE or MAT is required. While no minimum score is specified, it is
expected that the score will be no less than at the 50th percentile.
The program evaluates all components of the GRE, but gives somewhat more weight to the quantitative score. The GRE or MAT must have been taken no longer than five years prior to
application.
Minimum TOEFL score or range of scores needed to be accepted:
600 on the paper-based test or 250 on the computer-based test.
Resume:
A resume is required.
Transfer Credit:
Courses may be transferred as long as they were taken within the past
five years and are relevant to the program. The academic advisor makes
the decision about the relevancy of the courses that the student desires
to transfer. The maximum number of credits a student may transfer is 6.
Program Requirements
General Program Requirements:
Number of Didactic Credits Required Beyond the Baccalaureate: 30
Required Courses:
ED 5325: Introduction to Statistics and Research
ED PSYCH 5529: Tests and Measurements
ED PSYCH 5531: Learning Theories and Education
ED PSYCH 5541: Concepts in Human Development
Internship: No internship is required.
Language Examination: No language examination is required.
Culminating Events:
Portfolio:
The professional portfolio is a collection of educational artifacts, completed by the student that can be used as documentation of professional achievement and ongoing professional development activities. There is no one definition that will thoroughly characterize a "portfolio" for all educational professionals. Students are strongly encouraged to be creative and to build a portfolio that reflects a variety of program issues. The portfolio is reviewed by a panel of faculty/staff involved with the program. The portfolio is graded on a Pass/Fail basis.
Contacts
Program Contact Information:
www.temple.edu/education/pse/ed_psych_intro.html
Department Information:
Psychological Studies in Education (PSE)
1301
Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6091
joseph.ducette@temple.edu
215-204-6012
Department Contacts:
Admissions:
Dr. Joseph DuCette
joseph.ducette@temple.edu
215-204-4998
Chairperson:
Dr. Joseph DuCette
joseph.ducette@temple.edu
215-204-4998
About the Program
The master's degree in Educational Psychology offers students advanced study in the areas of learning, cognition, human development, instructional technology, special education, applied statistical analysis, and research design. The program is focused on the application of theories and methodologies from the social and behavioral sciences to education.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 4 years
Campus Location:
Main, Harrisburg
Cohort degrees are offered onsite in various school districts in Philadelphia region.
Full-Time/Part-Time Status:
Students are able to complete the degree program through classes offered after 4:30 p.m. Students are also able to complete the degree program on a part-time basis (8 credit hours or less per semester).
Department Information:
Psychological Studies in Education (PSE)
1301
Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6091
joseph.ducette@temple.edu
215-204-6012
Interdisciplinary Study:
The program has a strong interdisciplinary focus. Students are encouraged to take courses in the social-behavioral sciences throughout the University. In addition, the program concentrates on applications in a wide variety of educational settings: formal and informal; public and private; schools and industries, etc.
Affiliation(s):
Although certification in Educational Psychology is not offered, the
program does meet the general requirements for an academic program as
specified by the American Psychological Association.
Study Abroad:
No.
Ranking:
Not applicable.
Accreditation:
Not applicable.
Areas of Specialization:
At the master's level, three major specializations are offered in the
program: Instructional Psychology (General Educational Psychology);
Professional Development for Teachers; and Instructional and Learning
Technology (ILT). Coursework is offered in the areas of human learning
and cognition, human development, instructional technology, applied
statistics, research design, and educational measurement.
Job Placement:
Graduates typically pursue careers in higher education (departments of education or psychology), in K-12 educational settings, as instructional technology specialists, as trainers in corporate, government or medical settings, or as educational specialists in positions requiring skills in research design, applied statistics, or testing/measurement.
Licensure:
Not applicable.
Non-Degree Student Policy:
Students may take up to 9 credits prior to admission. In general, all of the program's courses are open to non-matriculated students.
Funding is not offered at this time.
Updated 10.31.07
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