At Florida Atlantic, you’ll experience a program that blends the latest science content with innovative teaching strategies. Our curriculum is accredited by the Florida Department of Education and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, ensuring your degree is recognized and transferable. You’ll benefit from flexible course formats (online, hybrid, face-to-face), affordable tuition, and hands-on field experiences in local schools. From your first semester, you’ll be supported by dedicated faculty advisors and connected to a network of educators across South Florida.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
Undergraduate
- Bachelor of Science in Science Education (Biology, 6–12)
- Bachelor of Science in Science Education (Chemistry, 6–12)
- Bachelor of Science in Science Education (Physics, 6–12)
Graduate
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction (Online)
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Secondary Education plus Certification
- Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Curriculum and Instruction
- Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
1. Develop deep content knowledge in biology, chemistry, or physics.
2. Master effective, research-based teaching strategies for secondary classrooms.
3. Build skills in classroom management, assessment, and technology integration.
4. Engage in meaningful field experiences in diverse school settings.
5. Prepare for state certification and a successful teaching career.
2. Master effective, research-based teaching strategies for secondary classrooms.
3. Build skills in classroom management, assessment, and technology integration.
4. Engage in meaningful field experiences in diverse school settings.
5. Prepare for state certification and a successful teaching career.
1. Demonstrate subject mastery and the ability to communicate complex science concepts clearly.
2. Create inclusive, engaging lesson plans that foster student curiosity and achievement.
3. Apply classroom management and assessment techniques to support student learning.
4. Integrate technology and hands-on activities into science instruction.
5. Reflect on teaching practice and pursue ongoing professional growth.
2. Create inclusive, engaging lesson plans that foster student curiosity and achievement.
3. Apply classroom management and assessment techniques to support student learning.
4. Integrate technology and hands-on activities into science instruction.
5. Reflect on teaching practice and pursue ongoing professional growth.
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Robyn L. Klein, Ed.D.
Director of Elementary and Secondary Education Programs and Senior Instructor
College of Education
Curriculum and Instruction