Benedictine University, in partnership with Brookfield Zoo, Fermilab, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, The Morton Arboretum, and the Golden Apple Foundation, now offers a Master of Science degree program in Science Content and Process.

This program is unique in that courses are taught at Benedictine University and the partner organizations. Participants in the program are immersed in learning opportunities available at each of these sites and will complete research internships with scientists at the host organizations in order to better understand the process of science and the rewards for doing it well.

The Master of Science in Science Content and Process program provides K-8 teachers and other science educators integrated content knowledge in general science utilizing the resources of the local scientific community. Participants will use the pedagogy of inquirybased learning and knowledge of technology to create an effective teaching/learning environment for science education. This program is intended for those teachers who want to increase their science knowledge and confidence in science teaching.

Designed for the working professional, the degree program is taught in a cohort model that meets evenings and some Saturdays during the academic year. Day courses take place during the summer. Teachers can manage full-time employment while completing the degree in two years. Each cohort begins the third week of June.

There is only one learning team of 24 students each year. Admission to the program must be completed before the first course begins in June. Applicants must hold a valid teaching certificate or work as a science educator.