Academic Standards and Reform (multidisciplinary) (MEd)

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The Master of Education degree in Academic Standards and Reform prepares educators for professional and career enhancement work in the areas of education and social services.

MEd Core

ED - 501 Educational Research Credits: 3
ED - 504 Philosophy and Ethics in Education Credits: 3
ED - 528 Data Driven Assessment and Instruction Credits: 3
ED - 600 Critical Issues and Research Seminar Credits: 3

ED 600 Requirements

Students must complete ED 501 and 24 credits in the program before registering for ED 600. A grade of B- or better is required in ED 501 in order to enroll in ED 600. A grade of B or better in the capstone course ED 600 is required for graduation in addition to faculty committee review and approval of the project. ED 600 must be taken within two semesters after the successful completion of ED 501. Failure to do so will require the retaking of ED 501. The topic of focus in ED 600 must reflect the program of study or certification of the degree candidate.

Major Courses

Working with the graduate director and program advisor, the student will design a cohesive program of study from any courses offered in the MEd programs. The plan of study must be approved by the graduate director and department chair. The program will consist of 12 credits in the MEd Core and a minimum of 18 credits in course work chosen to result in a coherent learning concentration. The capstone project ED 600 must reflect the area of concentration.