Program Information
Gateway Assessment
In order to earn a Master of Education degree students must maintain a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA, complete at least 36 credit hours of graduate-level coursework including a 6-credit practicum, have successfully presented a research capstone, and have passed each gateway.
Program Completion Capstone
M.Ed. students are required to complete a graduate research capstone. MEDUC 630 and MEDUC 631 support capstone development.
Academic Policies
Academic Sessions
Sessions are offered on a year-round basis.
Clinical Experiences
Practicum
Master of Education students culminate their program of study with a practicum. A practicum provides prospective professionals with scaffolded opportunities to experience the multiple roles of the profession.
Incomplete Policy for School of Education Practicums
Due to the nature of advanced practicums, a student receiving a grade of I (Incomplete) may be required to defer the completion of the practicum until the next time the experience is offered. Requirements of practicum assessments, and/or reassigned practicum placements could require the candidate to participate in the experience in its entirety.
Technology
Mount St. Mary’s University emphasizes the integration of technology into teaching as outlined by the International Society for Technology Education (ISTE) and their National Education Technology standards for students (NETS-S) and educators (NETS-E). Coursework models best practice in uses of technology as tools to enhance student learning.
The Mount uses Canvas as its course management platform. M.Ed. candidates use Chalk and Wire, an e-portfolio system, to develop their practicum portfolio.
Program Completer Status and Certification
In order to apply for K-12 Reading Specialist Certification through the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), the candidate must complete an approved program in reading. For specific details seeking Maryland Certification, consult the Maryland State Department of Education Certification Branch (http://marylandpublicschools.org/about/pages/dee/certification/index.aspx).