Master of Education
The Master of Education program at Augustana is delivered completely online and is offered to those who hold a bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in education and are eligible for licensure.
The program consists of completing a minimum of 30 credit hours in the following areas:
- Integrative Studies Core - 9 required credits (3 - 3 credit courses)
- Education Studies Core - 12 required credits (4 - 3 credit courses)
- Learner Designed Concentration Courses - 9 required credits (3 - 3 credit courses)
The program features concentration courses provided by our Continuing Education partners.
Mission Statement
The graduate degree program in the School of Education emulates the Circle of Courage philosophy focusing on belonging, mastery, generosity and independence. The program is designed to enhance an individual’s ability to create positive learning environments for learners by building classrooms and schools that promote belonging, mastery, generosity, and independence. To that end, the program provides in-depth knowledge and application of educational research to classroom practice.
Outcomes
Overarching Program Goals
The MEd Program candidates will:
- Assume the role of teacher-scholar
- Exhibit strong communication skills-Including writing with a variety of purposes/audiences in mind
- Demonstrate reflective, professional dispositions in both work, and interactions
Master of Education Outcomes:
- Explore historical and current global/national/local trends, practices, and issues in education
- Analyze, synthesize, and apply research to inform professional practice
- Develop multicultural competence increasing self-awareness related to diversity issues, as well as ability to plan for differentiation
- Use technology to support learning and productivity
- Demonstrate abilities in scholarly writing
- Demonstrate understanding of both the core values of Augustana University, and the conceptual model of the School of Education
For additional information on this program and other requirements for participating in the M.Ed. Program, please refer to
www.augie.edu/med.
MEd Degree Requirements