Master of Education [M.Ed] [Teaching (Special Education)] From American Public University

Through interaction with faculty members who are committed to the collaborative and integrative investigation of problems in practice, students will experience a comprehensive study of current educational research and critical analysis of classroom teaching and learning. Graduates of the program will earn a Master of Education: Teaching degree. The Master of Education (M.Ed.): Teaching program is not designed to lead to certification or licensure. See instead the M.Ed.: Teaching – Elementary Education, the M.Ed.: Teaching – Secondary Social Studies, and the Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Certification Program (Graduate Certificate.)

In addition to the institutional and degree level outcome objectives, this degree also seeks the following specific learning outcomes of its graduates. Graduates in this degree program will be able to:

• Demonstrate commitment to students and their learning.
• Evaluate the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to students.
• Manage and monitor student learning.
• Systematically assess their practice and learn from experience.
• Engage as members of learning communities.
• Integrate problem-based inquiry in course experiences.
• Interact with program mentors, academic specialists, colleagues, parents, and community stakeholders.
• Integrate the use of action research to enhance student achievement and address problems in practice.

Students must choose a concentration for this degree program and may select from concentrations in Curriculum and Instruction for Elementary Teachers, Elementary Reading, English Language Learners, Instructional Leadership, or Special Education.