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Who Should Pursue an M.Ed. in Elementary Education?
The M.Ed. in Elementary Education concentration prepares students to be elementary teachers, and leads to an initial DESE teaching license for grades 1–6. This is an ideal degree for:
- Paraprofessionals and classroom aides who want to further their learning or transition into full-time teaching roles.
- Career changers seeking meaningful work as a classroom teacher.
- Recent graduates interested in pursuing a teaching career with a supportive pathway to licensure. Past students in our program have come from a variety of academic backgrounds including psychology, sociology, English, history, early childhood education, special education, communication, and more!
- Individuals with a passion for education looking for a hands-on program to gain the skills and credentials needed to teach in a Massachusetts elementary school.
Team-Based Learning and Benefits
As you complete your coursework, you will benefit from our cohort-based learning community that models the team-oriented educational workplace. Students join the cohort when it starts and proceed through the program together. Cohorts allow students to get to know each other well, to support each other in the program, and to begin to develop a professional network that will last well beyond the end of the program.
Flexible Schedule – Hyflex Learning
Introducing Hyflex – A schedule that provides you remote learning by choice, allowing you to balance life’s responsibilities while pursuing your graduate degree. You choose how to attend lectures: in-person or remotely through ZOOM. Our combination of hyflex and online learning offers flexibility while you remain connected with your professors and peers, learning alongside one another.
Curriculum and Course Sequence
The Master’s in Elementary Education consists of 34 credits. The curriculum is approved by DESE and results in initial licensure in Elementary Education (grades 1-6). Through this program, students also meet the SEI endorsement required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Coursework is not approved by DESE to move individuals with initial licenses to professional licenses. Courses are taken in a structured sequence and thoughtfully designed to build knowledge and confidence.
In addition to hands-on, experiential teaching in a classroom, you’ll explore key concepts of effective educational practice, including literacy, curriculum development and lesson planning, classroom management, working with children with disabilities, and strategies for adapting and differentiating instruction for diverse learners. Please review our sample schedule below:
M.Ed. Program Information
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What is Cohort Study?
As a student in the Curry College M.Ed. Program, you will be part of a cohort group. That means that the same students will be in all of your classes for the entire program, start to finish. Cohort group learning has proven to be very effective for adult learners because it creates a community of professionals who can study together, provide support and offer strong networking opportunities.
Schedule:
New cohorts begin at our Milton and Plymouth campuses each Fall.
Course Descriptions
Course descriptions can be viewed using the link below:
Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL)
Title II, Section 207 of the Higher Education Act requires all institutions with teacher preparation programs that enroll students who receive federal financial assistance to prepare annual reports on teacher preparation and licensing.
Note: Curry College had a 100% pass rate for all program completers during the 2021-2022 reporting year.
Information about Curry pass rates is available upon request by contacting the Licensure Officer/Title II Coordinator, (617) 333-2196.
The Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure are administered Monday-Saturday at designated test centers in Massachusetts and in many states each academic year. Additional information regarding all state testing is available through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Educator Licensure, 75 Pleasant Street Malden, MA 02148-9140; Telephone: (781) 338-6600; www.mtel.nesinc.com. For additional information about Curry College's testing requirements, please contact Curry College Licensure Officer at 617-333-2196.
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Primary Goals:
Excellent educational professionals:
To prepare skilled, knowledgeable educators with the creativity to instigate change, the caring to advocate for children and adult learners, and the skill and knowledge to advance learning and growth for all students.
Thoughtful, analytical, and effective leaders:
To develop education leaders with the skepticism, critical analysis, and synthesis ability, contextual knowledge and communication skills to identify problems, craft solutions, and lead efforts towards positive change.
Meet and/or exceed all applicable Department of Education standards:
To align all course objectives with applicable DESE standards to ensure that the College's programs meet or exceed all state expectations in its licensure programs.
Program Objectives:
Preparing Excellent Educators:
Curry graduates should be:
- Knowledgeable of subject areas
- Respectful of the individuality of each child (student); committed to addressing the needs of the whole child: academic, social, emotional, and physical
- Sensitive to the different levels and learning styles of different students; able to differentiate instruction effectively
- Committed to creating a positive classroom and school culture and climate
- Skilled in preparing, conducting, and assessing instruction in a standards-based environment
- Knowledgeable of and respectful towards the many different backgrounds, abilities and interests of students
- Able to be patient and flexible, without sacrificing expectations
- Skilled at classroom management, encouraging positive learning behaviors, and creating a positive learning environment
- Knowledgeable of appropriate current trends in pedagogy, learning, and assessment, including teaching methods and strategies, new research on learning styles, child development, learning disabilities and special needs, and English Language Learner needs
- Current in technology, instructional techniques, legal obligations, and relevant research
Preparing reflective, analytical and effective leaders:
Curry graduates should be:
- Knowledgeable of history and philosophy underpinning American education
- Knowledgeable of and thoughtful about the purposes of schools and education
- Able to analyze complex and contradictory information, identify critical issues and themes, and synthesize these ideas into meaningful and effective arguments-both in written and spoken form
- Reflective about balancing the needs of children and the requirements of schools and agencies; sensitive to the needs of different children, families and communities
- Innovative and interested in working for change and improvement in the school, community and profession
- Advocates for children of all abilities, interests and backgrounds
- Able to communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and presentation
Meeting/Exceeding State Standards:
- M.Ed. courses will identify standards addressed in each concentration through individual course objectives. Course objectives will remain constant across campuses and for different instructors, although readings, assignments assessments and other means to meet the objectives may differ.
- Courses in each concentration will be aligned in a clear and appropriate developmental sequence.
As Seen on NBC10 - Curry College: Careers On The Rise
In this recent NBC10 special we explore the economy, careers on the rise and what Curry College can do for you now and in a post pandemic world. Hear from Curry M.Ed. student Brittani Laporte about Curry's flexible hybrid course schedules being a perfect fit for her lifestyle as both a mom and professional and how Curry's supportive professors and advisors are helping her succeed.
