Master of Education (M.Ed.)
At-Risk and Diverse Learners
For
This program focuses on the theory and practice of addressing the needs of an increasingly diverse population of learners in our schools. Particular attention is given to students at high risk for educational difficulty and to equity issues.
How You Learn
Online Format: This is an online graduate program. No face-to-face class meetings are required, but students will be engaged in an active and engaging online environment that includes assignments, materials, discussion threads, assessments and/or group activities done electronically. You will finish one 3-credit course every 8 weeks.
Face-to-Face Options are available, please contact the Graduate Information Office at (667) 444-2410.
Career Outcomes
Graduates leave the program equipped with the skills to work with different populations, non-profits organizations, title one schools, or youth groups.
Course Progression and Degree Requirements
M.Ed. Program Option
| Course | Title | Credits |
| ED 631 | Psychological & Social Characteristics of At-Risk & Diverse Learners | 3 |
| ED 632 | Psychological & Social Characteristics of Resilient Learners | 2 |
| ED 633 | Methods of Teaching At-Risk & Diverse Learners | 3 |
| ED 651 | Educating for Character | 1.5 |
| ED 652 | Mediation of Conflict | 1.5 |
| ED 601 | Theories of Development | 3 |
| ED 602 | Sociological Perspective | 3 |
| ED 603 | Personality Development & Self Esteem | 3 |
| ED 604 | Contemporary Issues | 3 |
| ED 681 | Curriculum Development for a Multi-Cultural Society | 3 |
| ED 607 | Prevention Strategies, Classroom Management and Communication | 3 |
| ED 605 | Research Methods | 3 |
| ED 606 | Action Research | 3 |
| ED 634 | Special Project Seminar on At-risk & Diverse Learners (Technology Requirement and Portfolio Completion | 1 |
| Total Credits: | 36 |
Post-Master’s Certificate (PDs) Program Option**
| Course | Title | Credits |
| ED 631 | Psychological & Social Characteristics of At-Risk & Diverse Learners | 3 |
| ED 632 | Psychological & Social Characteristics of Resilient Learners | 2 |
| ED 633 | Methods of Teaching At-Risk & Diverse Learners | 3 |
| ED 651 | Educating for Character | 1.5 |
| ED 652 | Mediation of Conflict | 1.5 |
| ED 602 | Sociological Perspective | 3 |
| ED 603 | Personality Development & Self Esteem | 3 |
| ED 681 | Curriculum Development for a Multi-Cultural Society | 3 |
| ED 634 | Special Project Seminar on At-risk & Diverse Learners (Technology Requirement and Portfolio Completion | 1 |
| Total Credits: | 21 |
Please Note:
This course outline is tentative and is subject to change. Courses may be offered in a different order than outlined above.
**Any Professional Development Certification on its own is not eligible for Financial Aid.
