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Master of Arts in Education Degree Programs

A master's in education is the degree most sought after for top jobs in education. It is often applied to a career as an administrator, after gaining several years' experience as a teacher.

Students first earn a bachelor's degree, and then pursue their master of arts in education. Some students also choose to earn their teaching credential, which can be done concurrently with the bachelor's degree.

Earning an Online Master's in Education
An online master's in education usually lasts two to three years, depending on the program and how many courses students take at a time. Students in these programs gain a background in a variety of concepts, including the following:
  • Childhood development
  • Curriculum and instruction
  • Special education
  • Educational policy
  • School management
Working in Administration
Administrative jobs are popular choices for graduates of Master of Arts in Education degree programs. Elementary and high school administrator and principal positions often require a master's degree, as well as teaching experience in the classroom. Average salaries for assistant principals ranged between $63,398 and $68,945 in 2004. Average salaries for principals ranged between $74,062 and $82,225.


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DeVry University
  • Master's - Educational Technology
Online students are provided with a comprehensive e-learning experience that enables them to master course content as thoroughly as if they had attended classes onsite. DeVry degree programs fit into your schedule via an online "campus" that is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (NCA).

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University of Maryland University College
University of Maryland University College's Graduate School offers the following online education degree programs:
  • Master of Education
    The online Master of Education (MEd) with a specialization in instructional technology is designed for professionally certified preK-12 teachers and other professional educators who seek an advanced degree. This degree program provides the knowledge and skills needed to incorporate technology effectively into preK-12 curricula and instruction, to develop content expertise in current and emerging instructional technologies, to gain a broad understanding of the role of technology in the contemporary school, and to lead change efforts at the classroom, and district levels.
University of Maryland University College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Walden University
Walden's M.S. in Education program is available entirely online. This accredited master’s program helps build the strategies that lead to greater student and teacher achievement. Each specialization covers current topics, theories and research findings, combined with practical information that is directly relevant to your classroom. Specializations include:
  • M.S. in Education
  • Post-Baccalaureate Program
  • Post-Baccalaureate with Master of Arts in Teaching
As of September 2007, the program will include an even greater focus on the following four themes:
  • Cultural and linguistic diversity, and the skills needed to adapt to various languages and learning styles
  • Teacher professionalism, including the beliefs and behaviors that contribute to improved teacher performance
  • Teachers as facilitators for learning, and how to leverage data assessment to become a better instructional leader
  • Supportive learning environments, and the keys to building a learning community that engages and motivates students


Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Capella University
Capella University School of Education offers online master's degree programs in education featuring specialization areas to meet the unique needs of institutional and corporate educators and trainers:
  • Education Specialist (EdS)
  • Master of Science (MS)
Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA)

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Western Governors University
With the assistance of a $10 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education, WGU's Teachers College has developed online, competency-based degrees and teacher certification programs for educators and aspiring educators. The programs were developed using more than 10,000 state and national teacher standards and requirements, including 25 states' teacher performance standards plus those from NCATE, INTASC, NBPTS, NCTM, the National Reading Panel, and many others. The teaching certificates and second teaching field endorsements are recognized by multiple states. The WGU Teachers College is the first and only online provider of teacher education to receive accreditation from the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Online master's degree programs include:
  • M.Ed.- Instructional Design
  • M.Ed.--Learning and Technology
    The competency-based M.Ed. - Learning and Technology online degree program is specifically designed for those currently using technology in the classroom who are committed to discovering new and better ways to teach. The course of study integrates best practices in instructional design, technology, measurement and evaluation, and development of graduate-level research abilities.
  • M.Ed.--Measurement and Evaluation
Western Governors University is the only university to have received simultaneous accreditation by four regional accrediting commissions. Currently, WGU's "home" accrediting commission is the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, the same organization that accredits such leading institutions as the University of Washington, University of Oregon, University of Utah, BYU, and other public and private colleges. WGU is also nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The WGU Teachers College is the first and only online provider of teacher education to receive accreditation from the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

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