The master's program leads to North Carolina master-level (M) licensure in elementary school teaching. Students in the program will demonstrate their ability to:

• Explain the theoretical and philosophical bases for educational practices as they relate to the elementary school curriculum, and the interrelationships of subjects.
• Understand the nature of the elementary school-age learner in relation to the learning and evaluation process.
• Utilize research techniques in the design and implementation of curricula and activities in classroom settings.
• Concentrate in one or more of the instructional areas of the elementary school curriculum.
• Make critical decisions by synthesizing information relative to the development of appropriate living/learning environments for children enrolled in elementary education.
• Identify major movements, issues and trends impacting elementary education, including multicultural education, technology, students with special needs, and parent involvement.