Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction – Theatre Pedagogy Online
Develop the ability to express ideas and make human connections through the study of character development. Focus on methodologies to teach and work with theatre students both inside and outside the classroom.
Program Overview
A look into our online theatre pedagogy master's program
In this online theatre degree program, you will focus on methodologies to teach and work with theatre students both inside and outside the classroom. Learn from our highly qualified theatre instructors and study topics in theatre production, acting theory, approaches to directing and classical theatre. Gain expertise in every facet of theatre education and prepare for exciting careers such as a community theatre worker, drama therapist, or theatre arts curriculum supervisor.
Learning Outcomes:
- Teaches the structure of live high school theatrical productions and principles to strengthen theatre practices economically and artistically
- An aggregate study of classical theatre acting styles, costume movement, dance, and music from Greek through Restoration theatre
- Exposure to techniques and theory in American Realism in addition to in-depth study of performance training in contemporary theatre and the director's role in 19th- and 20th- century theatre productions
- Teaches the structure of live high school theatrical productions and principles to strengthen theatre practices economically and artistically
- An aggregate study of classical theatre acting styles, costume movement, dance, and music from Greek through Restoration theatre
- Exposure to techniques and theory in American Realism in addition to in-depth study of performance training in contemporary theatre and the director's role in 19th- and 20th- century theatre productions
As a graduate of this M.Ed. online program, you can pursue advanced educational roles, such as:
- Theatre Instructor
- Community Theatre Director/Instructor
- Drama Therapist
- Theatre Pedagogy Director
- Instructional Coordinator
- Theatre Instructor
- Community Theatre Director/Instructor
- Drama Therapist
- Theatre Pedagogy Director
- Instructional Coordinator
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SE offers a variety of other programs in addition to the M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction – Theatre Pedagogy online. Check out all our master of education online degree programs .
Accreditation
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accredits the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. CAEP promotes excellence in educator preparation through quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Tuition
Affordable tuition available at Southeastern
Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers its students the opportunity to earn their online degree with affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition that includes fees.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Ed. in C&I – Theatre Pedagogy | $318 | $954 | $9,540 |
*University reserves the right to change tuition and fees at any time.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. The first step in applying for financial aid is to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SOSU's Federal School Code is 003179.
Contact Us
Student Financial Aid Office425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Phone: 580-745-2186
Fax: 580-745-7469
Email: [email protected]
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Milestones to manage your student journey
At SOSU, we offer multiple start dates throughout the year so you never have to wait long to get started on your online degree or certification program. The chart below shows upcoming start dates, along with important deadlines, such as when your application should be submitted and when payments are due.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/16/24 | 1/10/25 | 2/25/25 | 3/2/25 |
| Spring II | 3/10/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/17/25 | 3/7/25 | 4/15/25 | 5/4/25 |
| Summer I | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/9/25 | 6/1/25 | 6/29/25 |
| Summer II | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/27/25 | 7/3/25 | 8/10/25 |
| Fall I | 8/18/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/15/25 | 9/15/25 | 10/5/25 |
| Fall II | 10/13/25 | 9/29/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/10/25 | 11/1/25 | 12/7/25 |
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Admissions
Criteria for our online Theatre Pedagogy program
Southeastern Oklahoma State University's online programs have specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
- Online Application
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
If you have any special circumstances that need further clarification, please contact us at 844-515-9100.
To meet the admission requirements for the M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – Theatre Pedagogy online program, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.75 overall GPA or minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of courses, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA AND a packet consisting of a current resume, one professional letter of recommendation, and letter of application which outlines the applicant's career goals and objectives (including how an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – Theatre Pedagogy will enhance their career) that must be reviewed and approved by program faculty, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university and at least 6 hours in a graduate program from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and must be in good standing at previous university
- No GRE is required for Southeastern Oklahoma State University online M.Ed. programs.
- There is a non-refundable $30 application fee for both domestic and international students.
International Application and Admissions Requirements: Please note, unfortunately, students with an F-1 visa are ineligible for online programs.
- Complete the application.
- Academic Records:
- Original final post-secondary transcript(s) from each college or university attended within the United States.
- Post-secondary records from outside the U.S. must be course-by-course analyzed by a NACES (www.NACES.org) educational credential evaluation service such as IERF or WES or ECE.
- English Proficiency: Internet-based TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS Academic score of 6.5; taken within 2 years of enrollment.
- For TOEFL, have your score report sent to Southeastern (institution code: 6657).
- For IELTS, let us know your TRF number.
- You do not need TOEFL or IELTS scores if you meet one of the following:
- English is your first language from a country whose official language is English
- You have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university
- You have a bachelor’s degree from an English speaking country
Official sealed transcripts from all previous institutions should be sent to Southeastern Oklahoma State University:
Southeastern Oklahoma State University/Registrar425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Email: [email protected]
Courses
What you'll learn in these Theatre Pedagogy online classes
For the M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Theatre Pedagogy online, you will complete a total of 10 courses equaling 30 credit hours, including 18 credit hours of core coursework and 12 credit hours of theatre pedagogy C&I specialty courses.