Education (English), M.Ed. (30 hrs)

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Program Overview

The M.Ed. in English Education offers an expanded study in language, literature, composition theory and practice, literary theory and criticism, literary history, cultural studies, and readings in diverse texts. The degree also provides in-depth instruction and practice in the development of inclusive instructional units, assessment, and research in educational trends.

Goals and Objectives

The specific goals and objectives of the Master of Education program are to provide students with opportunities to become confident, caring, and reflective educators by

earning academic credentials that may allow them to advance in the chosen field of employment;
experiencing personal growth and understanding through in-depth study in the area of concentration and certification;
expanding the students’ Christian values through coursework and campus activities;
building upon their undergraduate studies and work experience to broaden their knowledge base in the teaching field; and
becoming strong professional leaders in their chosen discipline and area of certification.

Graduate Outcomes

Demonstrate writing proficiency in grammar, language, and composition.
Demonstrate writing proficiency in American literature, modern and contemporary English literature, and drama.
Demonstrate writing proficiency in bibliography and literary criticism.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of teacher education and content appropriate to English education.
Assess student learning through analysis of informal and formal performance indicators, feedback, monitoring, and guiding students in the classroom.
Demonstrate content knowledge and performance skills when designing curriculum for differentiated instruction, the inclusion classroom, and the co-teaching design.
Demonstrate instructional planning that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge and application of technology.

Program Admission Requirements

Complete an online application and pay application fee
Submit all official transcripts electronically to Graduate Admissions
Hold a baccalaureate degree in English (or a minor in English) from an accredited college or university
Have a GPA > 2.5 for the last 64 hours of undergraduate work or a cumulative GPA > 2.5 with a GPA > 3.0 in all prior English courses
Hold or qualify to hold a Class A teacher’s license (provide a copy) or sign a waiver of certification form
Provide two recommendations from past or current supervisors

Transfer Credit

A maximum of six hours of graduate credit may be transferred from another accredited institution. All transfer courses must be approved prior to degree application.

Program Progression Requirements

Students must maintain a GPA > 3.0 with no grade less than a ‘C’ and must complete all requirements within six years of admission into the program.
Refer to Academic Regulations in this catalog for additional degree progression and graduation requirements.

Program of Study (30 hrs)

Professional Education Requirements (9 hrs)

These courses are offered online only.
EDU 6200 - Teacher as Researcher 3 hrs
EDU 6300 - Historical & Philosophical Foundations of Education 3 hrs
EDU 6400 - Curriculum Planning 3 hrs

English Education Concentration (15 hrs)

Select 15 hours of graduate English (ENG) education courses.

Electives (6 hrs)

Select 2 graduate courses with approval of faculty advisor.

Program Requirements and Professional Licensure Disclosure

Teacher education programs at William Carey University are designed to meet the professional competency standards for licensure in Mississippi. William Carey University cannot determine whether any program leads to licensure in any state other than Mississippi. It is recommended that students who intend to seek licensure in another state verify that their program of study meets the desired state’s licensure requirements.

Further, the Mississippi Department of Education establishes and maintains state licensure requirements, policies, and procedures, which supersede requirements listed in this catalog. Mandatory changes to this program of study will be communicated to the student through the School of Education.

Refer to the Mississippi Department of Education Office of Educator Licensure (http://mdek12.org/OEL) for the most current licensure requirements, application procedures, and deadlines.