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The Creative Initiatives in Teacher Education (CITE) is a graduate-level teacher preparation program in collaboration with the ������Ů, College Park (UMD) and the Maryland State Department of Education. Successful program completion results in a Master's of Education (M.Ed.) degree and eligibility for a Maryland teaching certificate in grades 1 through 6.

Curriculum and Instruction - Mathematics Education Specialization: Middle School Math Teaching and Learning Area of Emphasis, Master of Education (M.Ed.) is a 30-credit program intended for teachers already certified in elementary education, special education, or in ESOL who are or plan to teach in subject matter classrooms in the middle grades (4th - 9th grade). This degree program was initiated with the support of several Improving Teacher Quality grants from the Maryland Higher Education Commission, which allowed its development through collaboration across disciplines and research.

The Curriculum and Instruction - Reading Specialist Specialization, Master of Education (M.Ed.) program equips current teachers with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to champion literacy initiatives in diverse educational settings, ensuring equitable access to quality education for all learners. The program focuses on effective reading instruction, improving comprehension and communication skills and fosters critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in students of all ages. Graduates become eligible for certification as reading specialists by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) upon completing the program and acquiring three years of classroom teaching experience.

NOTE: This program is not currently accepting applications. The Curriculum and Instruction - Teacher Leadership Emphasis: Arts Integration Specialization, Master of Education (M.Ed.) program enhances student engagement, encourages self-expression and supports the development of problem-solving skills. It is designed for already certified teachers aiming to enrich their teaching by incorporating arts into their curricula. Through hands-on engagement with various art forms and practical experience in designing and implementing arts-integrated lessons, students will apply the latest research in creative thinking and active learning. This program is ideal for passionate educators eager to innovate and enhance academic success through the arts.

The highly ranked Curriculum and Instruction - Teacher Leadership Emphasis: STEM Specialization, Master of Education (M.Ed.) program allows in-service elementary and middle school teachers to explore relationships among science, engineering and mathematics through a transdisciplinary approach to integrated STEM. Teachers in the program utilize advanced technology and innovative tools to create a Professional Learning Network, while developing their philosophies on authenticity, equity and achievement in STEM education. This program is part of our Teacher Leadership Emphasis, focusing on advanced professional development studies This program is for students who are already certified teachers. This convenient master’s program enables teachers to earn a degree while maintaining teaching commitments and leads to a state add-on endorsement in “Instructional Leader: STEM (PreK-6)”.

The Curriculum and Instruction - Teacher Leadership Emphasis: TESOL Specialization, Master of Education (M.Ed.) program addresses the critical shortage of ESOL educators in Maryland and beyond, preparing graduates to become highly sought-after professionals capable of teaching multilingual learners across various grade levels, content areas, and educational contexts. Join us in preparing to make a meaningful impact in the lives of multilingual learners and communities through effective TESOL instruction. This program is part of our Teacher Leadership Emphasis, focusing on advanced professional development studies This program is for students who are already certified teachers.

The Curriculum and Instruction - Teacher Leadership Emphasis: World Languages Specialization, Master of Education (M.Ed.) program is dedicated to preparing educators to excel as instructional leaders in the dynamic field of world languages education. Through a rigorous curriculum blending theory and practice, students explore key aspects of teaching, inquiry, and leadership within diverse educational contexts. This program is part of our Teacher Leadership Emphasis, focusing on advanced professional development studies. This program is for students who are already certified teachers.

NOTE: This program is open only for Prince George’s County Teachers. The Curriculum and Instruction - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Specialization, M.Ed. prepares students to engage with research, theory and pedagogical practice in the field of TESOL. The TESOL M.Ed. is available to school districts interested in recruiting a minimum of 12-person cohorts and requires a Memorandum of Understanding between Local Education Agencies or schools and the College of Education. If your school system is interested in developing a partnership to offer this program to educators within your district, please contact the EdTerps Learning Academy at edterpslearningacademy@umd.edu

With more than 98,000 multilingual learners in the PK-12 schools throughout Maryland, the Curriculum and Instruction - TESOL Specialization, Master of Education (M.Ed.) program offers career opportunities and addresses critical shortages in ESOL education, ensuring that educators are prepared to meet the growing demand for qualified ESOL instructors in Maryland and beyond. This program leads to a teacher certification and includes a one year internship period.

The Curriculum and Instruction - with Certification (MCERT), Master of Education (M.Ed.) program addresses the need for skilled educators by providing a fast, affordable pathway to becoming a certified teacher while earning a respected master’s degree. Located near Washington, D.C., students benefit from diverse educational opportunities and collaborative partnerships with local school districts, preparing them to excel in today’s dynamic teaching environments. By combining rigorous coursework with hands-on internships, students gain practical experience and develop essential teaching skills under the mentorship of experienced educators–all in one year.

The Curriculum and Instruction - World Languages Education Specialization, Master of Education (M.Ed.) has been designed to equip students with the skills to teach languages effectively, contribute to building inclusive communities, and prepare future generations for success in a diverse and increasingly interconnected global society. The program provides support and nuance for the student’s ability to communicate in multiple languages, crucial for fostering global citizenship, promoting cultural understanding and facilitating international collaboration. This highly ranked program leads to eligibility for PreK-12 World Languages Licensure. Applicants should already be fluent in one or more of the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Latin (written only).

Note: This program is not currently accepting applications. The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education, Specialty: Early Childhood Birth to Age 5, Shady Grove (MSPEC) is a 30-credit, 10-course curriculum that addresses the developmental and learning needs of our youngest ages birth-5. Graduate work addresses the developmental and learning needs of our youngest ages birth-5 including those with physical, sensory (e.g., deaf-blindness, cortical visual impairment, etc.), and multiple disabilities. The program focuses on providing the graduate student the knowledge, skills and abilities that support efforts to achieve equitable developmental and academic achievement for all. The program is designed for professionals who already hold an early childhood special education teacher license/certification, professionals interested in expanding their knowledge, skills, and abilities with those with special needs from Birth-Age 5, and for professionals interested in working in an early childhood special education context outside of the classroom.

This 30-credit hour Special Education, Master of Education (M.Ed.) Specialty Autism Spectrum Disorders (ONLINE) program is designed for professionals interested in increasing their skills and expanding their knowledge to better serve the increasing number of students with ASD with high intensity needs. This M.Ed program is interested in recruiting members from underrepresented groups, including applicants with disabilities, multilingual applicants and applicants from racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds.

The Special Education - with Certification, Master of Education (M.Ed.) program enables aspiring educators to be functional in classrooms where students have diverse needs. To ensure preparation for diverse classroom settings and needs, faculty embed self-reflection, advocacy, critical consciousness and cultural competence throughout the program of study. Teacher candidates will be prepared to teach students with support students at-risk, students in need of intervention, and students with mild to severe disabilities, across disability categories. M.Ed. programs are practitioner focused programs that focus on in-classroom experiences and prepare educators for working with students. A bachelor's degree in any field is required.

With increasing awareness of diverse learner needs, Special Education teachers are in demand, and the Special Education with Severe Disabilities Endorsement, Master of Education program caters to this demand through 30 credit hours of intensive coursework focused on birth through grade 12. This option is ONLY for teachers with a special education certificate. Coursework and field experiences are offered to obtain Maryland State Department of Education certification in severe disabilities. This MEd program is available only when the applicant has Maryland Special Education Certification in one or more age-based areas (i.e., Early Childhood; Elementary; or Secondary/Middle). Prior to admission to the program, a copy of a valid MSDE Generic Special Education Certificate must be provided in the application. M.Ed programs are practitioner focused programs that focus on in-classroom experiences and prepare educators for working with students.

The Special Education, Master of Arts program focuses on diverse learner needs. The program is designed for educators who wish to focus on special education. An M.A. in the special education field assists educators with research and will incorporate the thesis option. Three hours of written examinations are required.