Master ofEducation (MEd)
The Master of Education (MEd) program emphasizes leadership, management, and instructional excellence across diverse educational and public service settings. Designed for experienced educators, the program helps enhance classroom teaching skills, deepen understanding of educational administration, and support advancement on district compensation schedules.
Students may choose between a General curriculum or a specialized Montessori Educator Track, aligning their coursework with career goals and interests. Delivered fully online in both Independent Study and Directed Study formats, the MEd provides flexibility for working educators—requiring no in-person classes or seminars.
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A Program Built for Experienced Educators
The MEd is ideal for public or private school teachers who want to refine instructional strategies, expand administrative expertise, and take the next step in their professional journey.
While the program does not lead to professional licensure or certification, applicants must already be employed at the elementary, secondary, or higher education level. Prospective students seeking licensure or credential certification should confirm requirements with the appropriate state licensing body before applying.
What You'll Learn
The MEd program provides advanced expertise in leadership, instructional practice, and educational theory, preparing you to make a lasting impact in diverse learning environments.
Instructional Strategies and Student Engagement
Enhance teaching effectiveness through proven methods that inspire and support student success.
Educational Leadership and Management
Build the skills needed to lead teams, manage resources, and guide institutional growth.
Research and Evidence-Based Decision Making
Apply contemporary studies and data to improve instructional and administrative outcomes.
Foundations of Education
Understand the social, cultural, and philosophical influences shaping today’s education systems.
Specialized Electives
Tailor your degree with courses that align with your career goals, including the Montessori Educator Track.
Curriculum
The program consists of 30 credits and can be completed in as little as 12 months. Students may follow the General curriculum or pursue the Montessori Educator Track. Courses are designed to strengthen leadership capabilities, enhance instructional practice, and support informed decision-making in education.
General
Expand your expertise in educational leadership, curriculum design, instructional methods, and classroom management, with strategies adaptable to diverse student needs and learning environments.
Montessori
Deepen your understanding of Montessori philosophy, child development, and prepared environments while mastering instructional techniques that align with Montessori principles across all grade levels.
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- General MEd
- MEd with Montessori Educator Track
Social & Philosophical Foundations of Education
EDU512 | 3 credits
This course deals with systematic philosophies with attention to individual philosophers who developed important philosophical and educational ideas and with a critique of each philosophy to present its strengths and weaknesses. We also review major social influences as they are applied to current movements in educational instruction, research, and curriculum.
Psychological Foundations of Education
EDU504 | 3 credits
This course studies psychological principles as related to learning. Discussion on learning theory, motivation, and quantitative methods will be explored.
Teaching & Learning
EDU533 | 3 credits
This course explores models of teaching and learning theories, cognition and curriculum design compatible with brain research.
Assessment & Evaluation
EDU522 | 3 credits
This course introduces the comprehensive assessment and accountability systems and explores the role of multiple measures for increased student learning.
Educational Technology
EDU525 | 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to instructional design for electronic learning by providing a study of current practices and emerging technologies.
Diversity
EDU532 | 3 credits
This course examines diversity in society and in schools. Emphasis is on understanding the similarities and differences in culture, economic backgrounds, and academic diversity, which highlights the need for differentiation of instruction.
Leadership
EDU513 | 3 credits
In this course, the concepts of leadership and leadership styles will be examined. This course also explores the various concepts of effective management, such as vision, shared leadership, collaboration, facilitation, and communication.
Educational Finance
EDU517 | 3 credits
This course provides an overview of the economic theories of institutional finance. Emphasis is on the management and evaluation of fiscal operations in an institutional setting.
Curriculum Design & Instructional Practices
EDU528 | 3 credits
This course studies the theories of curriculum design with emphasis on contemporary structures. Various program evaluation methods will be explored.
Introduction to Educational Administration
EDU523 | 3 credits
This course provides an overview of the knowledge, skills, and conceptual awareness as related to current and future leadership roles. Course objectives underscore a belief in the value of informed “reflection on practice” both individually and collectively.
(Final course—summative assessment embedded)
Social & Philosophical Foundations of Education
EDU512 | 3 credits
This course deals with systematic philosophies with attention to individual philosophers who developed important philosophical and educational ideas and with a critique of each philosophy to present its strengths and weaknesses. We also review major social influences as they are applied to current movements in educational instruction, research, and curriculum.
Psychological Foundations of Education
EDU504 | 3 credits
This course studies psychological principles as related to learning. Discussion on learning theory, motivation, and quantitative methods will be explored.
Teaching & Learning
EDU533 | 3 credits
This course explores models of teaching and learning theories, cognition and curriculum design compatible with brain research.
Assessment & Evaluation
EDU522 | 3 credits
This course introduces the comprehensive assessment and accountability systems and explores the role of multiple measures for increased student learning.
Educational Technology
EDU525 | 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to instructional design for electronic learning by providing a study of current practices and emerging technologies.
Diversity
EDU532 | 3 credits
This course examines diversity in society and in schools. Emphasis is on understanding the similarities and differences in culture, economic backgrounds, and academic diversity, which highlights the need for differentiation of instruction.
Application of Montessori Philosophy at the Early Childhood Level
EDU640 | 3 credits
This course will focus on practical application of the Montessori approach with children aged three through six years old. The student will examine the scope and sequence of each curricular area of the Montessori Early Childhood Classroom, learn the basic types of lesson presentations utilized by Montessori teachers, and create appropriate activities to incorporate in the approach. Students will read extensively from original works by Montessori.
Application of Montessori Philosophy at the Elementary Level
EDU645 | 3 credits
This course will focus on practical application of the curriculum of a Montessori program at the elementary level for children aged six through twelve years. Students will examine the scope and sequence of each curricular area of the Montessori Elementary classroom. Students will analyze Montessori’s concept of “Cosmic Education,” which is the organizing principle of learning at the elementary level. Students will read extensively from original works by Montessori.
Montessori Philosophy
EDU631 | 3 credits
This course focuses on the work of Maria Montessori (1870-1952), the first female to graduate from Italian medical school (1896). Her work as a physician led her to study children who were housed in asylums at the time. From observations of these “deficient” children, she devised exercises that allowed them to perform on an academic par with normal children. During this course, students will read extensively from Montessori’s own works. Although these are published in book form, many are compilations of lectures presented during public exhibitions and training courses. Contemporary educational practices often echo much of Montessori’s philosophy without giving credit to the woman who originated the method. During this course, students will become familiar with Montessori’s philosophy of education and integrate ways to implement it in the contemporary setting.
Montessori Classroom Leadership
EDU632 | 3 credits
This course explores the integrated factors leading to effective management of a Montessori classroom, with special emphasis on the Montessori approach to discipline, observation, and communication. Students will read from original publications by Montessori as well as auxiliary material for developing and teaching effective communication skills. Students will also have the opportunity to devise a template for practicing observation and apply it to videos of an actual Montessori classroom. During the course, students will analyze current systems for formal record keeping in a Montessori classroom in order to develop a personal record-keeping method.
(Final course - summative assessment embedded)
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
Master of Education (Both Conentrations)
PLO1
Exhibit a working knowledge of the concepts, dependencies, and relationships of education's social and philosophical foundations.
PLO2
Demonstrate making appropriate recommendations based on sound reasoning and analysis.
PLO3
Employ effective and appropriate instructional leadership techniques that support educational and administrative objectives.
PLO4
Use theoretical knowledge and contemporary research for evidence-based decision-making.
PLO5
Demonstrate professional expertise in the elective course options of the MEd program.
Tuition and Admissions
Applicants must have completed prior college coursework to qualify for the degree completion program.
- Tuition Per Credit: $350
- Credits Required: 30
- Total Program Tuition: $10,500
- Learning Modalities: Independent Study and Directed Study
- Program Duration: Can be completed in as little as 12 months, and must be completed within 5 years
Required Course Materials
Each program has a list of required textbooks and resources for its courses. Textbook information, including titles, authors, and ISBNs, is updated regularly to ensure accuracy. Before purchasing materials, we recommend confirming the list with Student Support or reviewing your course syllabus in the e-learning platform.
Resources and Support
At WHTU, your success is supported at every stage of your academic journey. From advising and career planning to writing help and technical support, our student services are designed to meet the unique needs of online learners. Explore the full range of resources available to help you stay on track and reach your goals.
What Sets WHTU’s MEd Apart?
With flexible online delivery, specialized track options, and a focus on real-world application, the MEd is built for educators who want to make an immediate impact without putting their careers on hold. Whether pursuing the General program or the Montessori Educator Track, students gain actionable skills to lead, innovate, and inspire in their learning communities.
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