Master of Education

MEd in Teaching & Learning

Our 36-credit hour Master of Education program is designed just for you, an educator with a bachelor's degree and teaching certificate eager to deepen your expertise and make a lasting impact in the classroom and beyond. This flexible two-year hybrid program is grounded in research-based practices and celebrates student diversity and the importance of teaching contexts.

Through our two required core courses, we will equip you to apply educational research effectively and address the diverse needs of your students. By customizing the rest of your degree plan, you can focus on a combination of areas of interest that align with the complex context in which you work, helping you become an expert teacher or a curriculum and instruction leader in various contexts.

Teaching & Learning Areas of Interest

If you want to develop expertise in a particular area of teaching, getting a master’s degree is a formal way to show districts and schools that you are qualified to do so. Credits earned in specific areas of interest, depending on your needs, can contribute to your master’s degree.

Urban Education

Dive into the historical context and develop culturally responsive practices and curricula that enhance student outcomes and strengthen teacher-student relationships in urban settings.

Special Education

Master evidence-based practices and intervention strategies to support special-needs students, empowering you to make a difference through individualized interventions.

ESL and Bilingual Education

Gain expertise in teaching English as a second language and bilingual methods, focusing on language acquisition theories to effectively support multilingual learners.

Literacy Studies

Expand your early or late literacy instruction skills with evidence-based strategies, focusing on literacy acquisition and assessment through hands-on practicum experiences.

Mathematics

Deepen your understanding of math content and pedagogy to model effective instruction, differentiate for diverse learners, and inspire creative problem-solving.

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)

Enhance your STEM knowledge with inquiry-based learning strategies that foster your students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Learning Therapy

Develop specialized skills for working with individuals with dyslexia or related disorders using multisensory techniques and integrated language arts curricula.

Guide: What is an MEd Degree

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At the Simmons School of Education, we’re committed to developing teachers for advanced and fulfilling careers. Download our guide Rediscover Your Life’s Passion – What is an MEd Degree to discover the next step in your teaching career.