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The online Master of Music Education program allows graduate students to study current issues in music education.  The curriculum covers topics in curriculum, evaluation, psychology of music, music research, and foundations of the music education profession.  Candidates may choose to specialize in areas such as conducting, applied instrumental or vocal lessons, or education administration, and more.

Enroll in this STEM teaching degree and advance professional opportunities. This program is designed for teachers of chemistry who do not have a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related field. Although this is a professional degree, it does not lead to teacher licensure.

The curriculum improves the content and pedagogical knowledge of chemistry teachers. Courses are divided into two areas:  

• Chemistry 
• Chemistry Education or Foundational Science Education

STEM courses are increasingly gaining recognition and with this online STEM teaching degree, you will be able to help students succeed. This program is designed for those who already have a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related field. Although this is a professional degree, it does not lead to teacher licensure.  

The curriculum improves the content and pedagogical knowledge of chemistry teachers. Courses are divided into two areas:  

• Chemistry 
• Chemistry Education or Foundational Science Education

Enroll in this master’s in literacy online degree and advance professional opportunities. This program is designed for teachers who plan to focus on reading and writing instruction. In this intensive and highly competitive program students prepare for careers teaching in kindergarten through grade 12.  

The curriculum in this online literacy degree teaches you to:

• Plan reading and writing curriculum
• Implement language-centered instructional strategies
• Design effective programs of reading and writing assessment
• Design professional development in literacy

With the flexibility of online learning, you will be able to study wherever it is convenient without interrupting your career or commuting daily.

The online Master of Science in Teaching and Learning program is designed primarily for practicing teachers who want to become master teachers.  The curriculum prepares educators for continuing roles as teachers but with the added responsibility of being role-models  or mentors for colleagues.  In addition, some educators complete this degree in preparation for roles within their districts such as curriculum directors or in preparation for further doctoral studies.

The online MS in Kinesiology & Recreation / Physical Education Pedagogy degree program from Illinois State University is designed for individuals who already have a degree in Physical Education Teacher Education or a teaching license to teach physical education. It is not designed to lead to a license/certification or endorsement in physical education. The curriculum covers subjects such as:

• Applied Community & Economic Development
• Athletic Training
• Biomechanics
• Exercise Physiology
• Physical Education Pedagogy
• Psychology of Sport & Physical Activity
• Recreation Administration
• Sport Management

The online RN to BSN degree completion program from Illinois State University provides RNs the option of either a full- or part-time plan of study that works best with their schedule. Graduates of the program possess:

• ​Increased career mobility and marketability
• ​Advanced nursing leadership skills
• A solid foundation for graduate studies
• ​Critical skills for Magnet certification and Institute of Medicine expectations

The online DNP degree program from Illinois State University provides students with the skills, knowledge, and competencies to meet the challenges of today's health care system and excel in their careers. Graduates of the program are able to:

• ​Engage in organizational and systems leadership to create practice environments that improve health care outcomes
• ​Participate in evidence-based practice and clinical scholarship to improve health care practice and outcomes
• ​Synthesize scientific, theoretical, and technological data from a variety of disciplines to improve health care systems and health outcomes for individuals and populations
• Demonstrate leadership in development and implementation of health policy
• ​Collaborate with intraprofessional and interprofessional teams to create change in health care systems