Master of Education (M.Ed.)

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There are currently two M.Ed. programs at LSC: a M.Ed. in Special Education and a M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction. Within the M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction there are a number of specializations available. Both M.Ed. programs require that students complete a minimum of 36 credit hours. Sixteen of these credit hours are common core credits (5 courses). The additional 20 credit hours are determined by the student’s choice of concentration and their Plan of Study. A total of 36 credits must be completed within five years of matriculation.

Whenever possible, coursework is cohort-based and offered in locations convenient to students. Schools may request graduate program coursework for specific cohorts.

Course content is presented face-to-face and online. Classes are available during the school year (late afternoons, evenings and Saturdays) and during the summer.

Students pursuing either a M.Ed. in Special Education or one in Curriculum & Instruction are required to take the same core courses.

Core Courses:
                   EDU 6540 – Advanced Study in Learning Theory               Credits: 3
                   EDU 6550 – Foundations & Issues of Education                Credits: 3
                   EDU 6565 - Curriculum Development & Management        Credits: 3
                   EDU-6490 - Technology for Educators                              Credits: 2
                   OR
                   EDU-5480 - Science and Technology                               Credits: 3
                   EDU 6920 – Education Research                                     Credits: 3
                 EDU 6890 – Research Practicum/Final Project                   Credits: 2-3

                                   Minimum credits for core: 16 - 18

Concentrations within the M.Ed.

Students may opt for a M.Ed. in Special Education or in Curriculum & Instruction.

Students electing Curriculum & Instruction may choose a generalist program or to specialize in a content area (English/language arts, mathematics, social studies, and/or science) or in Literacy K-12. The Literacy K-12 specialization leads to an endorsement through DOE transcript review.

Post baccalaureate licensure includes:

Elementary
Secondary
Secondary Social Science
Secondary Science
Secondary Mathematics
Reading/English Language Arts Specialist Endorsement

Other specializations (licenses, endorsements) occasionally are available in cooperation with the Vermont Higher Education Collaborative (VTHEC). Students taking courses through VTHEC who find they would like to work towards a M.Ed. at Lyndon are encouraged to apply to the Lyndon M.Ed. program early to enable a faculty advisor to help design a Plan of Study.

M.Ed. in Special Education

The M.Ed. in Special Education is geared for educators who currently hold licensure in special education but who are looking to further their understanding of this complex field. The degree program provides an opportunity for students to develop a Plan of Study that focuses on a broad exploration of the field or an in-depth study of topics such as learning disabilities, resource room instruction, behavior management, or assessment. The program may be combined with a plan leading to Vermont Teacher Certification in Special Education.

In addition to the common core coursework (16 credit hours), students working towards a M.Ed. in Special Education will take:

EDU 5170 - Teaching Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities Credits: 3
EDU 5470 - Reading Disabilities I Credits: 3
EDU 5220 - Learning Disabilities, OR
EDU 5110 - Teaching Students with Special Needs: Elementary Emphasis Credits: 3
EDU 5450 - Assessment of Exceptional Students Credits: 3
Elective course work approved by advisor Credits: 8

Minimum credits required for program: 36

M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction

The M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction enables educators to strengthen their understanding of curriculum building processes and instructional methods.

Licensure Programs for Curriculum and Instruction

Elementary Licensure

In addition to the required core courses, take:

PSY 3050 or EDU 5350 - Child Development Credits: 3
EDU 5223 - Learning Differences and Classroom Management Credits: 3
EDU 5310 - Teaching Language Arts Credits: 3
EDU 6190 - Mathematics in the Elementary Classroom Credits: 3
EDU 5480 - Science and Technology Credits: 3
EDU 5380 - Social Studies Methods Credits: 2
EDU 5135 - Developing a Positive Classroom Climate Credits: 2
EDU 6850 - Elementary Internship Credits: 6

Minimum credits required for the program: 40

Secondary Licensure