The Secondary Education emphasis within the M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction prepares you to inspire and educate adolescents during one of the most transformative stages of their academic journey.
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction gives students the knowledge, skills, and expertise to become a truly impactful educator in their field.
The M.Ed. program prepares teachers to:
Read on to learn how the Master in Secondary Education at Ole Miss can prepare you to shape tomorrow's leaders.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction
Biology ;
Chemistry ;
English ;
Mathematics ;
Physics ;
Social Studies
30
Master's Program
2 years
The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction is more than just a master's degree; it prepares educators to develop effective teaching strategies, collaborate to meet diverse school goals, and encourage lifelong learning in students.
Students applying to the M.Ed. in Secondary Education must meet the following requirements. Students must have:
There are two options for the Master of Education in Secondary Education:
The program addresses current state and national standards with special emphases placed on lifelong learning, research findings and innovative curricula.
To properly complete the application process for admission, students must submit all application materials before the following priority deadlines:
Here are some of the courses you'll take to earn your Education degree.
GR
3 credits
The course examines advanced learning theories and educational practices. Throughout the course, students will examine major theoretical frameworks from psychology, neuroscience, anthropology, critical theory, new literacies, and education, and their influence on classroom and school practices.
GR-UG
3 credits
Standardized achievement tests and evaluation procedures in schools; practice in conducting tests and evaluation instruments.
GR
3 credits
Students will examine the purposes, critical issues, and trends that encompass the social studies subjects within the elementary curricula. Areas of exploration will include techniques for effective pedagogy of the social studies, emphasizing selection of methods to increase children's understanding of their social and global environment; the criteria to select appropriate social studies content, skills, and objectives; advanced teaching methods for social studies content; and curriculum mapping alongside comprehensive lesson development that demonstrates application and synthesis of all course content.
The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction empowers educators to lead, problem-solve, and inspire lifelong learning. Meet the graduate program coordinator who helps prepares teachers to make a lasting impact in classrooms and beyond.
If you have any questions about the M.Ed. in Elementary Education, don't hesitate to reach out!
Professor of Teacher Education
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