Master of Education

Teaching & Learning Concentration

Reimagine K-12 instruction toward more equitable student outcomes.

Our fully online program is ideal for working K-12 educators. Students will expand their understanding of teaching and learning to design innovative and equitable lessons, activities, and learning environments to promote student success.

Each course is designed to prepare teachers to sit for National Board Certification. Our strong curriculum and experienced faculty will equip you with the knowledge and professional skills you need to stand out as a leader in the classroom.

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Flexible Start Options:
To accommodate our students’ busy lives and teaching careers, we offer two flexible start options. Begin the program when it's right for you.

Summer 2024- Application deadline is May 15, 2024.
Fall 2024- Application deadline is August 1, 2024.

Teaching Licensure Pathways

Our Master of Education program provides educators with an optional path to teaching licensure. In addition to the graduate-level coursework for the masters, students will take the required undergraduate education courses needed for licensure in any of the following content areas:
Chemistry | Communication Arts/ Literature | Life Science | Math | Social Studies | Business Education

NEW! Master of Education with a Concentration in Health & Physical Education
Our unique online program provides advanced health & physical education coursework plus a master of education, ideal for current Health-PE teachers, and candidates seeking teaching licensure in the content area.

If you are interested in a masters plus licensure, contact the program director, Dr. Cassandra Glynn at cglynn@cord.edu. A short prerequisite form will ensure you've completed the required content area coursework. This is an excellent opportunity to elevate your teaching career while earning your advanced degree!

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Program Details

34 credits in 2 years
A fully online program
Flexible start options and customized course schedules
Cohort-based model
Summer and academic year schedules designed for working teachers
Curriculum aligns with the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards
Focused on the needs of diverse learners of various backgrounds
Integrated course topics on social justice and equitable practices
Over a decade preparing K-12 educators for personal and professional success
Graduate faculty invested in advising and mentorship

Goals & Outcomes

Goals | Students will:

Understand and demonstrate current methodologies in teaching and learning in today’s classrooms.

Understand principles of systematic inquiry in order to apply results to planning, instruction, and assessment.

Apply current technology methods and innovations to teaching and learning.

Develop skills and knowledge to carry out effective instruction in their content area.

Outcomes | Students will:

Gain a deeper understanding of student development and contextual influences on student development and learning.

Develop pedagogical content knowledge and become more purposeful and intentional in their instructional practice.

Evaluate and apply best practices in assessment.

Create effective, standards-based instructional materials, activities, and assessments for both face-to-face and online learning.

Evaluate scholarly literature and research, and be able to conduct and report on research in their own classrooms and schools.

The masters (program) works because of Dr.Glynn's amazing encouragement and support, but also the program style and support from the faculty. The mix between live sessions and outside work gives a good balance and allows teachers to do what they do best, discuss with one another!

Emily Nord | M Ed Teaching & Learning

The Master of Education with a concentration in Teaching & Learning is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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