Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Elementary Education
Online
36 credit hours
*
2 years
Program Highlights & Benefits
Coursework reflects current best practices with an interdisciplinary approach
License-only option available
Holistic view of serving children’s needs
Program fosters teacher growth
Quality practicum experiences in diverse school settings
Networking opportunities and job placement support
For
Educators seeking licensure in Elementary Education (1-6)
What You Learn
- Demonstrate subject matter expertise.
- Design high quality instruction, including authentic and meaningful student assessments.
- Analyze student performance and growth data and to use this data to improve instruction and practice.
- Teach all students through instructional practices that establish high expectations, a safe and effective classroom environment, and cultural proficiency.
- Promote the learning and growth of all students through effective partnerships with families, caregivers, community members, and organizations.
- Ensure the learning and growth of all students through ethical, culturally proficient, skilled and collaborative practice.
How You Learn
Online courses, around your schedule
Career Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students will receive their Master’s in Education, and will be eligible for initial licensure in Elementary Education to teach in a Massachusetts public school setting.
Degree Requirements
Required Curriculum: Initial Licensure
Total Degree Requirements – 36 credits
| Course | Title | Credits |
| EDN 500 | Child and Adolescent Development | 3 |
| EDN 530 OR EDN 575 | Sheltered English * Immersion OR Data Literacy | 3 |
| EDN 570 | Classroom Management | 3 |
| ELM 530 | Humanities Methods in Early Childhood and Elementary Education * | 3 |
| ELM 550 | Curriculum and Assessment in Practice: Elementary Education (Pre-Practicum) * | 3 |
| ELM 560 | Practicum in Elementary Education * | 3 |
| ELM 565 | Reflective Seminar in Elementary Education * | 3 |
| MTH 540 | Early Childhood and Elementary STEM Methods * | 3 |
| RDL 500 | Early Literacy Development * | 3 |
| RDL 510 | Children’s & Young Adult Literature * | 3 |
| SPE 500 | Introduction to Teaching Special Education | 3 |
| ELM 500 | Instructional Strategies in Elementary Education * | 3 |
| Total Requirements | 36 |
*Courses required to obtain the Initial license
Required Curriculum: Non-Licensure
*Electives are chosen in consultation with the student’s advisor
Electives – 12 cr.
Total Degree Requirements – 36 credits
| Course | Title | Credits |
| EDN 500 | Child and Adolescent Development | 3 |
| EDN 570 | Classroom Management | 3 |
| ELM 530 | Humanities Methods in Early Childhood and Elementary Education | 3 |
| MTH 540 | Early Childhood and Elementary STEM Methods | 3 |
| RDL 500 | Early Literacy Development | 3 |
| RDL 510 | Children’s & Young Adult Literature | 3 |
| SPE 500 | Introduction to Teaching Special Education | 3 |
| SPE 525 | Assistive and Augmentative Technologies | 3 |
| Total Requirements | 36 |
Please Note:
This is not an official schedule and your cohort may take these courses in a different order.
