Agricultural Education (M.S.)

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Program Coordinator/Contact
Scott Smalley, Assistant Professor
Department of Teaching, Learning, and Leadership
605-688-5039
E-mail: scott.smalley@sdstate.edu

Program Information
The Master’s degree in Agricultural Education is designed to meet the needs of individuals who work (or plan to work) in agricultural education, non-profit organizations, post-secondary education or in agriculture leadership. The department of Teaching, Learning, and Leaderships provides professional preparation for those who want to expand their knowledge and advance themselves professionally in the agricultural industry.

Students are able to choose from either a program in which only coursework is required or a program in which they must complete a research project or creative component. If a student elects to completed a thesis (Plan A) the program will include 30 credit hours. If a student elects to complete a creative component (Plan B), the student must complete a minimum of 32 credit hours in order to graduate. If a full coursework option is selected (Plan C), the student must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours.

Accreditation, Certification, Licensure
This program can lead to alternative certification in agricultural education at the secondary level in South Dakota.

Course Delivery Format
The program can be completed online through the Brookings Campus. Some course offerings will be available face to face.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science	Option A - Thesis	30 Credit Hours
	Option B - Research/Design Paper	32 Credit Hours
	Option C - Coursework Only	36 Credit Hours

Core Requirements

AGED 610 - Introduction to Research Credits: 3
AGED 650 - Foundations of Agricultural Education Credits: 3
EDFN 745 - Effective Teaching: Theory Into Practice Credits: 3
EDFN 747 - Curriculum: Theory Into Practice Credits: 2
EPSY 740 - Advanced Educational Psychology Credits: 3
SEED 748 - Secondary Curriculum Practicum Credits: 1

Select one of the following options

Option A - Thesis

AGED 798 - Thesis Credits: 1-7 (5-7 credits required)
Electives: 8-10

Option B - Research/Design Paper

AGED 788 - Research Problems in Agricultural Education Credits: 1-2 (3 credits required)
Electives: 14

Option C - Coursework Only

Electives: 21

Total Required Credits: 30 (Option A), 32 (Option B), 36 (Option C)

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL: 525 paper-based, 71 Internet-based or higher
IELTS: 5.5

Applicants must provide a resume, goal statement, and two professional letters of reference as part of the application process.

General Requirements

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate work.

For additional information refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .