Master of Education
Program Description
This degree is designed to provide teachers of theatre with in-depth training in the art of theatre. The program is designed as a three summer program. The program is accredited by both NAST and NCATE.Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the MEd in Theatre, the candidate may teach or continue to teach at K-12 schools or continue their education with a PhD or MFA in Theatre. Candidates may also work toward theatre certification while working on their MEd.Admission Requirements
Admission to the Department of Theatre is by AUDITION ONLY. There are a limited number of spaces in the Freshman class each year.
All applicants are AUTOMATICALLY considered for scholarships at the time of the audition.
- An accompanist will NOT be provided during Auditions. If singing, please bring a CD of your music, or you may choose to sing acapella.
Prospective students must complete the following:
- Audition Application (DOCX)
- Headshot (professional grade not necessary) and a Theatre Resumé
- A copy of your most recent transcript, including a cumulative GPA
- Interview including presentation of portfolio materials demonstrating previous theatre involvement (may include design/tech, dramaturgy, playwriting, or other supporting materials)
- Presentation of Audition/Interview - Two contrasting monologues, or one monologue and 16 bars of music, not to exceed 90 seconds total
- Two Letters of Recommendation (PDF) from teacher/advisor that speak to applicant's academic and artistic abilities
- If any part of your Audition Packet, (Audition Application, Headshot, Theatre Resume', recent Transcript, and two Recommendation Letters), is missing, it very well could delay a decision on whether or not you are accepted into the department.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Use the techniques of the theatre artist to improve the learning process across the curriculum and in the differentiated classroom.
- Demonstrate effective pedagogical strategy and practical teaching effectiveness through development of curriculum and instruction as the vehicle for addressing student needs.
- Apply appropriate research methods in constructing thesis paper, and for creating a more complex understanding of how the dramatic arts can impact the curriculum in P-12 schools and the community as a whole.
- Demonstrate and assess practical skills for the creation and production of plays in P-12 schools.
- Analyze previous research, attitudes, and performance theories in theatre arts from a critical perspective.
Additional Program Requirements
The program is an on-site three summer program, but there are possibilities to take some education courses online.Program of Study
Area 1 Content Concentration Required Hours: 23
Take all of the following:
THEA 5283G Advanced Directing
THEA 6106 Intro to Graduate Research
THEA 6108 Trends and Strategies In Theatre Education
THEA 6999 Thesis (take 2 times at 2 credits each)**
THEA 6107 Graduate History a& Literature in Theatre*
OR
THEA 6178 Theatre History Contemporary Topics*
Select 9 credit hours from the following courses:
THEA 5179 Musical Theatre History
THEA 5205G Advanced Creative Dramatics
THEA 5245G Advanced Acting
THEA 5305 Summer Theatre Production *
THEA 5306 Summer Theatre Performance*
THEA 5575G Selected Topics*
THEA 6105 Advanced Children's Theatre
THEA 6107 Graduate History & Literature int Theatre*
THEA 6178 Theatre History Contemporary Topics*
THEA 6267 Topics in Design
*May only be taken once
Area 2 Education Core Required Hours: 9
Select 9 credit hours from the following:
EDCI 6158 Trends and Issues in Middle Grades and Secondary Education**
EDCI 6159 Integrating Multicultrual/Globlal Studies Throughout the Curriculum**
EDMG 6155 Psychology of the Early Adolescent Learner**
EDSE 6115 Trends in Adolescent Literature**
EDUF 6115 Educational Psychology: Achievement for Diverse Learners**
EDUT 6206 Introduction to Instructional Technology**
Exit Requirement: Thesis
Total hours: 32**These courses should be taken during the regular school year.
