Masters Programs
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Program Overview
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program is a program of study designed primarily for
those who want to develop an interdisciplinary
framework for understanding contemporary questions of educational policy and practice.
The M.Ed. program seeks individuals with an interest
in education within its social, cultural, and institutional contexts, including districts,
schools, teachers, administrators, parents, students,
community organizations, community leaders, tribes, and nations. This includes students
who plan to pursue doctoral studies as well as
practicing teachers and administrators. M.Ed. students choose to specialize in either
Social Foundations of Education or Teaching for
Transformation.
Program Requirements
All M.Ed. students, regardless of specialization, complete two core components of
the program: coursework and a master’s comprehensive
exam.
Coursework
Students are expected to take a set number of required and elective courses in the
M.Ed. program. The resources linked below will help
you and your advisor create a custom academic plan.
All students, regardless of specialization, are required to take the core curriculum course:
| Course | Title | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECS 6600 | Introduction to Critical and Cultural Studies in Education | MAG101 | 3 |
Masters Comprehensive Exam
M.Ed. students must pass a two-part, open-book comprehensive exam at the end of their
coursework to graduate. Each part offers 2–3
questions requiring critical synthesis of ECS theories and practices. The exam is
offered only in Fall and Spring and is due on the
facilitator’s assigned date. Students must be enrolled in three credit hours and should
contact their advisor the semester before taking
the exam. The ECS Graduate Coordinator, Jason Newnum, handles required exam and graduation
paperwork.
Specialization Areas
The Department offers four areas of emphasis from which students select one.
Advising Resources
The following resources are intended to help you and your advisor make a detailed plan for your education.