Master of Education in Theater Education
Theater Education – ME8185
Department of Teacher Education
Patton Hall
Ohio University
Athens, OH 45701
740.593.4400
aya@ohio.edu
Delivery Mode: Athens Campus
Terms of Entry: Summer
Program Overview
The Theater Education program prepares theater teachers for grades preK-12 with licensure. The Theater Education program offers a research-based dynamic curriculum focusing on the development of professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Program faculty members bring expertise in their disciplines as well as experience working in K-12 schools. Faculty members are committed to student success and collaborate with colleagues in the School of Theater and other stakeholders to ensure program rigor and responsiveness to state, local, and national initiatives. Students enjoy the opportunity to become members in student chapters of disciplinary professional organizations.
A key feature of the Theater Education program is its yearlong clinical culminating in a professional internship and a Master’s research project. The Theater Education Master’s program can be completed in 3 academic terms if students (a) begin their program of study during the summer academic term, (b) follow a prescribed sequence of courses, and (c) submit official documentation demonstrating they have successfully passed the required content exam of the Ohio Assessment for Educators.
Program Learning Outcomes
The Theater Education program is designed to prepare beginning teachers, who will be able to:
- demonstrate the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) they teach
- use their understanding of how children and youth learn to engage them with the subject matter
- enact equitable and inclusive teaching and assessment practices that are responsive to diverse learners, communities, and a global society
- work within and across a range of community and professional contexts
- critically reflect on and learn from their practice
- exercise a strong sense of agency and the capacity to become leaders in their field
Opportunities for Graduates
Theater Education Master’s program students are eligible to apply for a teaching license in the State of Ohio once they successfully complete the courses listed on their program of study, the required Ohio Assessment for Educators licensure examinations, and the Professional Internship in Teaching. The Theater Education program graduates enjoy careers teaching drama and theater in schools in Ohio and around the nation. Many additionally serve as curriculum specialists for their discipline.
Further Information
Link to Program: https://www.ohio.edu/education/teacher-ed/masters/aya-multi
Admission Requirements
The minimum admission requirements are:
- Bachelor’s degree in an accredited program in a program related to the area of licensure
- GPA 3.0 or higher
- A passing score on the Theater (OAE 048) Ohio Assessment for Educators
- The application requires three letters of recommendation, an autobiography, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate when applicable), and an academic writing sample. Transfer credit may be considered.
International Students
This program is for the purpose of Ohio teaching licensure and is open only to students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. An I-20 may not be issued based on admission to this program.
Graduation Requirements
Complete a minimum of 46 credit hours as follows:
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