M.Ed. Program
Master of Education in Teaching & Learning
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program in Teaching & Learning is a two-year course of study designed to develop excellent professional teachers. Aligned to National Board Standards, the program affords practicing teachers an opportunity to use their classrooms as learning laboratories to improve their teaching skills.
As a participant in the program, you’ll examine teaching and learning through six comprehensive course modules and the completion of a capstone project. Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on the integration of theory, research and application.
Key program features include:
- Problem-based learning: Drawing on authentic problems and issues from K-12 classrooms
- Applied research: A direct application of theory through the role of teacher as researcher
- Collaborative learning: The development of a community of learners where participants and faculty support and enhance learning
- Technology integration: The incorporation of information technology tools throughout the program
M.Ed. Requirements
To be considered for acceptance into the program, applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 from an accredited institution of higher education and a valid teaching license. Applicants must also submit a completed application package in accordance with JWU’s admission policies.
Although participants in the program will be expected to complete the entire sequence of course modules, interested parties will be able to take a single course for graduate credit. To take more than one course, enrollment in the program is required.
Successful candidates in this program are expected to work collaboratively with others, apply theory and knowledge gained through the Master of Education in Teaching and Learning program to their classroom and school, and continuously develop their expertise in the area of teaching and learning. The program requires the following:
- Successful completion of six course modules
- Successful completion of a capstone project
- Compliance with all JWU policies
Teaching and Learning (M.Ed.): Major Courses
| EDUC 5310 | Exploration of Teaching and Learning | 9.0 |
| EDUC 5320 | Monitoring and Managing Student Learning | 9.0 |
| EDUC 5330 | Standards, Curriculum and Instructional Design | 9.0 |
| EDUC 6310 | Instructional Strategies and Resources | 9.0 |
| EDUC 6320 | Assessment for Learning | 9.0 |
| EDUC 6330 | Multiple Roles of Teachers | 9.0 |
| | Total Quarter Credit Hours | 54.0 |
Course Description
For more information or to request a catalog, please contact 401-598-1993 or email.
Mail completed applications to:
School of Education
Johnson & Wales University
8 Abbott Park Place
Providence, RI 02903 USA