$500 per credit (36 credits)
Colorado State University Global’s accredited online master’s in teaching and learning (MSTL) was ranked #3 on Intelligent's list of Best Online Master’s in K-12 Education Degree Programs in 2023.Optional principal licensure
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A Lasting Impact: Master's in Teaching and Learning
The master's in teaching and learning at CSU Global hones your leadership skills, enriches your professional knowledge, and enhances your ability to design, develop, and evaluate tailored learning experiences.Â
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Throughout the 36-credit accredited online program, students dive into research-based instructional strategies, proven learning theories, and effective leadership models, gaining techniques for fostering academic excellence and lifelong learning. Along with 24 core degree credits, students complete 12 specialization credits.Â
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While the program doesn't provide educator licensing or endorsement, it equips you with essential skills, including integrating learning theories into instructional practices, designing diverse learning experiences, employing varied assessment methods, utilizing data for decision-making, and exploring digital tools in learning environments.Â
Available on the Burgundy track only.
Program Details
The online master's in teaching and learning program at CSU Global equips educators with comprehensive teaching and leadership skills. It delves into the design, development, and evaluation of educational programs to meet the needs of K-12 and nontraditional learners. The online teaching master’s program uses research-based instructional strategies and establishes a foundation in proven learning theory and educational methods adaptable to diverse student demographics.
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The MSTL program consists of eight 3-credit major courses and four 3-credit specialization courses in an area of interest to the student. Please note: The MSTL core courses, teacher leadership, and English language learner specialization courses are only offered on the Burgundy track.
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What skills will I gain with a teaching and learning master's degree?
Completing a master's degree in teaching covers practical teaching skills and educational theory that help educators better understand their students. The CSU Global online teaching master's program covers several practical and theoretical topics, including:
- How to design learning experiences that benefit a diverse student population
- Techniques for assessing a learner's progress
- Data-driven decision-making for educators
- Digital tools to support better learning
- Research-based instructional practices for effective teaching
What jobs can you do with a master’s in teaching and learning?
Many who complete an online master's program for teachers go on to work in specialist or administrative roles in the education sector. You can enter the field as a preschool and child care center administrator with average earnings of around $50,000, potentially earning around $120,000 in more specialist training and development roles. Some potential career options include:
- K-12 Education Administrator |Â 2022 Median Pay: $101,320
- Instructional Coordinator |Â 2022 Median Pay: $66,490
- Preschool and Child Care Center Administrator |Â 2022 Median Pay: $49,690
- Training and Development Specialist |Â 2022 Median Pay: $120,000
Salary information based on Lightcast data from O*NET Online by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. 12/2023
Mission:
The MSTL program develops educational professionals and leaders who utilize creativity, innovation, and research-based strategies to improve culture, performance, stakeholder relationships, and partnership activities of their educational organization.
Vision:
Our vision is to cultivate agile, entrepreneurial graduates who exemplify integrity, dedication to the diverse populations they serve, and confidence in their abilities to advocate for and initiate change.
Please note: CSU Global does not provide educator licensing or endorsement.
Third-Party Licensure & Certification Pathways
As part of your Master’s in Teaching and Learning, or as a standalone program, CSU Global’s Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership-Principal Licensure is the only 100% online asynchronous principal licensure program authorized by the state of Colorado. Learn more about our Principal Licensure program.
Preparation for the Praxis Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision Exam (5412) includes the following courses:
- EDL500 – Strategic Leadership
- EDL510 – School Leadership Internship (+300 intern hours)
- EDL520 – Instructional Leadership
- EDL530 – School Culture and Equity Leadership
- EDL540 – Human Resources Leadership
- EDL550 – Managerial Leadership
- EDL560 – External Development Leadership
- OTL568 – Action Research
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Credit for Generation Schools Network Students
Through a partnership with Generation Schools Network (GSN), students who complete the Turnaround Leadership (TLP) program are eligible to have credit for four courses applied toward CSU Global’s Principal Licensure Certificate or Master’s in Teaching and Learning - Education Leadership programs. Eligible students can receive up to 12 credit hours toward their program, greatly reducing their time and costs to degree completion and assisting their career advancement in the education field. Further, internship hours logged by GSN TLP participants will count toward the required hours in the program, and they will receive a 10% discount on tuition.
Courses in this Program
CSU Global’s Master of Science program in Teaching and Learning requires the completion of 36 total credits, including a mix of 24 core degree courses and 12 specialization courses.
OTL502 - Learning Theories and Models of Instruction
OTL504 - Social, Ethical, and Legal Issues in 21st Century Learning
OTL539 - Theory and Practice in Backward Design
OTL547 - Evaluation and Assessment
OTL545 - Technology and Innovation
OTL565 - Cultural Responsiveness in the Differentiated Classroom
OTL581 - Capstone: Researching Effective Educational Programming
When you earn your master's degree through CSU Global, you will customize it with a graduate specialization in a subject that matches your professional goals or personal interests.Â
Most Popular Specializations:
- Organizational Leadership and Change Management
- Strategic Innovation and Change Management
- Teacher Leadership
Additional Available Specializations for this Program:
Affordable Tuition
As a not-for-profit public university, our goal at CSU Global is to make your online tuition cost as affordable as possible. We offer low-cost online degree tuition rates without taking anything away from the quality of the education you receive. We also lock in that low tuition rate with our tuition guarantee, and we provide additional discounted tuition rates for members of the armed forces and employees of our corporate affiliate partners.
Learn more about CSU Global tuition rates and explore financial aid options available that can help cover the cost of your education.Â
Frequently Asked Questions
Getting your Master's Degree in Teaching and Learning may help you climb the career ladder, making you eligible for better, more leadership-oriented roles in education, including management positions at child care centers, elementary and middle schools, high schools, and secondary education systems, and in non-traditional settings.
Completing a teaching master’s program will prepare you to take charge as an effective educational administrator, leading important organizational tasks like:
- Overseeing school curricula.
- Developing and implementing instructional materials.
- Coordinating and teaching standards.
- Assessing the effectiveness of educational programs.
Whether you already have experience in teaching and teaching administration, or you’re looking to enhance your resume to improve the chances of landing a more senior role in the field, getting your M.S. in Teaching and Learning is a great way to develop the skills and credentials you need to improve your marketability for leadership positions.
Getting a Masters Degree in Teaching and Learning will prepare you to become an educational leader, developing your skills in instruction, research-based practices, program development, and management in K-12 environments, and non-traditional settings.
The courses you complete in this program will provide you with all the skills and abilities needed to take on the daily job duties required of teachers and professional education administrators, who are commonly tasked with:
- Designing and delivering effective instruction, based on research.
- Meeting specific educational needs by following effective teaching and learning principles.
- Developing and managing educational programs in both traditional and nontraditional settings.Â
- Promoting lifelong learning and academic excellence.
Your master’s courses in teaching and learning will hone the skills and abilities needed to assume a variety of important leadership and managerial roles in education, helping you prepare for career advancement into positions like:
- Preschool and Childcare Center Director / 2019 Median Pay: $48,210
- Preschool and Childcare Center Administrator / 2019 Median Pay: $53,690
- Elementary, Middle, and High School Principals / 2019 Median Pay: $96,400
- K-12 Education Administrator / 2019 Median Pay: $100,340
- Postsecondary Education Administrators / 2019 Median Pay: $95,410
Yes. CSU Global’s online Masters's Degree in Teaching and Learning is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission—which has the highest accreditation standards and is only awarded following an investigation by independent, external auditors.
Regional accreditation proves that CSU Global:
- Ensures that the degree prepares students for relevant careers in the field.
- Provides financial and other assistance to students who want it.
- Employs faculty members who are adequately qualified to teach their courses.
- Uses ethical strategies to attract prospective students.
Our 100% online accredited Teaching and Learning program was designed to help you juggle education, work, and family responsibilities, with monthly class starts, accelerated eight-week courses, and no requirements for showing up at set times or physical locations.
Yes. Completing a Masters's program in Teaching and Learning is a valuable investment in your career, and could play a significant role in helping contribute to your overall career advancement.
Whether you want to work for a child care center, public or private elementary or middle school, public or private high school or secondary education system, or in a non-traditional educational setting, our M.S. in Teaching and Learning will prepare you to take charge as an effective educator and organizational leader.
Why should you consider getting your Masters's in Teaching and Learning online with CSU Global? Because our program is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and recently won a #2 ranking for Affordable Masters K-12 Teaching Online Degree Programs from Best Value Schools.
Our program will prepare you to serve as a teaching and learning expert, teaching K-12 students, adult learners, school administrators, corporate trainers, special education teachers, and instructional designers.
Career Outlook
5% Growth
Employment of Elementary, Middle, and High School Principals is projected to grow 5 percent from 2021 to 2031, which is as fast as the average for all occupations.
Common Job Titles
The top three titles as reported by CSU Global’s online Masters in Teaching and Learning alumni include: Educator, Language Arts Teacher and other Teaching positions for elementary, middle and high school
$98k+ Median Salary
According to the BLS, the average annual salary for Elementary, Middle, and High School Principals in 2021 was over $98k.
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Program Accreditations and Rankings
CSU Global is proud to offer affordable, reputable programs that have received recognition for their quality, value, and more. Click here to learn more about our rankings and acknowledgments.
Best No GRE Master’s Degrees for 2020
CSU Global was ranked #2 on Best Master's Programs’ Top No GRE Master's Programs list.
Best Online Master’s in K-12 Education Degree Programs
Ranked #3 on Intelligent's list of Best Online Master’s in K-12 Education Degree Programs in 2023.
U.S. News & World Report #3 in Colorado
U.S. News & World Report ranked CSU Global's Master's in Education program #3 in Colorado for 2023, spotlighting its exceptional curriculum and leadership in the field of education.
Top 10 Master’s in Teaching and Learning Online
CSU Global was ranked #6 on Top Education Degrees list of Top 10 Master’s in Teaching and Learning Online in 2020.
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Institutional Accreditation
Institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) means your degree comes from a top-quality, trusted university.
"CSU Global delivers a first-rate online education that makes it easy to get your degree on your own time at your own pace. This program has enabled me to pursue my dream of becoming a teacher while still being able to work and start a family."
Tesia KwakM.S. Teaching and Learning
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