Elementary Education

Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction (M.S., M.Ed., E.d.S.) Elementary Education

Master of Science (M.S.): The M.S. is a research-oriented degree which culminates in conducting a master’s thesis, guided by a committee of three faculty from the program or related fields. This is a 30-credit-hour program, including six credits of thesis research. Four courses (12 credits) are the same as for the M.Ed, as follows:

Master’s of Education (M.Ed.): The Master of Education program in Elementary Education with a concentration in Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction is designed for teachers who, while continuing a career in classroom teaching, seek to assume responsibility and leadership roles in enhancing standards in the areas of curriculum, assessment and instruction. The degree requires a minimum of 33 credit hours and is offered either completely online or through a combination of online and on-campus courses. The following six online courses (18 credits) are required of all students:

EHD 521 - Classroom Practice to Improve Learning
EHD 533 - Dynamics of the Curriculum
EHD 519 - Formative Assessments: Research, Practice and Policy
EHD 541 - Prevention and Intervention in School Settings
EHD 586 - Seminar: Action Research in PreK-12 Schools - offered Fall only.
EHD 587 - Practicum: Action Research in PreK-12 Schools - offered Spring only.

Education Specialist (E.d.S.)

The Education Specialist (Ed.S) provides a cohesive program of professional development beyond the master’s level for educational specialists. A master’s degree in the Ed.S. subject matter or related area is required for admission. The program of study is individually planned by the student and the student’s advisor. For candidates with a master’s degree in the subject matter, a minimum of 30 credit hours of work beyond the master’s level is required to earn the Ed.S. Candidates without a master’s degree in the subject matter will be required to complete additional credits beyond the program’s minimum degree requirements. Candidates must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours in professional education coursework at the 500- and/or 600-level at the University of Maine. All work for the Ed.S. must be completed within six years.