Student Learning Outcomes for Elon’s M.Ed.

Theme One: Innovative/Progressive Pedagogies and Student Learning

• Study principles of innovative/progressive pedagogies with an emphasis on student learning, voice, equity, and agency.

• Evaluate and apply theory and research within the progressive pedagogies.

• Construct a learning environment that emphasizes the importance of social justice, diversity, and inclusion.

Theme Two: Foundations of Progressive Pedagogies

• Examine the history, theory, and research of progressive pedagogies
• Articulate a stance and advocate for innovative/progressive pedagogies that enable socially just teaching and   meet the needs of all learning.
• Explain merits and challenges for progressive pedagogical approaches

Theme Three: Professional Practice

•  Use assessment, evaluation, and research to solve authentic problems.

• Demonstrate proficiency in the following areas of professional practice:
  a. Teacher Leadership
  b. Respectful educational environments
  c. Content and curriculum expertise
  d. Student learning
  e. Reflection
• Design and facilitate a supportive learning environment grounded in progressive theories of teaching and learning