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Education, Online MEd

The New England College Master of Education (MEd) is designed for educators who are already licensed teachers, individuals who work with children or youth, those who want to add a new licensure, or those who want to become licensed.

 

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Please join NEC’s graduate Education faculty for an upcoming virtual information session. You will learn about the online graduate programs in Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS), Master of Education (MEd), and Professional Educator Preparation (Teacher Licensure). The sessions will cover details about each education program, curriculum, licensure tracks, and how New England College meets the requirements for certified New Hampshire educators, principals, and superintendents.

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Online MEd Program Overview

Renowned for its top-quality education department and award-winning online programs, New England College offers Master of Education (MEd), Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS), and teacher licensure programs to turn teachers into educational leaders.

NEC’s online MEd program offers a rigorous curriculum that is data driven, site based, and linked to the classroom, meeting the New Hampshire state certification standards and the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) standards.

 

Available Concentrations

  • Curriculum and Instruction
  • Data Analytics
  • Educational Leadership
  • Special Education
  • STEM

 

Students can align Professional Educator Preparation Program licensure with an MEd program. These programs include the following:

  • Art Education K–12 Licensure
  • Elementary Education K–6 Licensure
  • Elementary Education K–8 Licensure
  • General Special Education Licensure
  • Physical Education K–12 Licensure
  • Secondary English Licensure
  • Secondary Social Studies Licensure
  • School Principal Licensure
  • Theatre Education K–12 Licensure
  • Educational Leadership: School Principal Licensure

MEd in Education Program Highlights

100% Online Variety Knowledge
Build your learning experience around your schedule. Choose from one of six different concentrations. Courses taught by faculty with a wealth of professional experience.

New England College was a convenient, economical, and efficient way to earn my second master’s degree. It allowed me to work online while keeping full time employment, the program was completely realistic in these hectic times. The instructors were always assessable and encouraging throughout the program. I would recommend NEC to anyone thinking about going back to school to earn another degree. The time flew by.

Bruce Patrick Education—School Principal, MEd, 2011

Why Earn Your Master of Education Degree?

Earning a Master of Education degree can enable teaching professionals to grow the skills and knowledge needed to become education leaders. MEd programs typically focus on high-level educational and administrative concepts and philosophies, such as educational reform and new learning technologies. They can also allow professionals to concentrate their careers on an element of education, such as special education or science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). 

 

Online MEd in Education Learning Outcomes

In the online MEd in Education, you’ll:

  • Be taught by practitioner faculty with outstanding professional experience and engaging and effective pedagogical skills
  • Enjoy working collaboratively with and learning from peers
  • Improve written communication skills and gain competence as a writer
  • Learn to use new instructional and learning technologies in the classroom
  • Gain confidence in gathering, analyzing, and using data
  • Develop leadership skills and the ability to design and implement effective, participatory educational reform processes
  • Develop a sense of optimism about the power of teachers, students, schools, and communities to tackle and solve challenging educational problems
  • Investigate problems of practice within school settings and develop leadership skills to improve the quality of organizations as you earn your degree and/or certification

What Can You Do with an MEd Master’s in Education?

Earning an MEd master’s in Education can prepare you to take your career in several different directions within the education field, from specialized teaching to administrative roles. This wide range of opportunities can allow you to seek out specific career paths that best align with your interests.

Principal

$101,320*

 School Superintendent

$142,880**

 Special Education Teacher

$62,950*
*Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics as of May 2022

**Salary data from Payscale as of September 2023

 

Why Choose NEC?

New England College (NEC) is a private, nonprofit college founded in 1946 to serve the needs of servicepeople attending college on the GI Bill after World War II and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. Today, NEC is an innovative, military-friendly institution and one of the top five liberal arts colleges in New Hampshire.

NEC offers 60 associate and bachelor’s degrees, as well as more than 20 master’s degrees and one doctoral degree program, all delivered by dedicated faculty focused on giving students opportunities to live what they learn. With access to many clubs, outdoor activities, natural areas, internships, and professor-led trips, NEC students have many ways to meet new people and try new things.

At NEC, the world is your classroom.

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Recognition & Rankings

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NEC Ranked Top Online College in New Hampshire

New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as one of the best Online Colleges in New Hampshire, as acknowledged by Forbes Advisor, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.

 

 

 

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NEC Ranked Top Online Degree Program

New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as a leading online college in NH, as acknowledged by Intelligent.com, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.

 

 

 

 

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NEC Ranked Top College in New Hampshire

New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as a leading college in NH, as acknowledged by EduRank, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.

 

 

 

Application Requirements

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Sample Degree Requirements—Curriculum and Instruction Concentration

Education: Curriculum and Instruction, MEd

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M.Ed. Core Requirements

(22 credits)

Curriculum and Instruction Concentration

Select 12 credits from the following. No more than 2 courses from ED 5610, ED 5620, ED 5625, or ED 5630 may be applied to the concentration.

Faculty

  • Dr. Debra Nitschke-Shaw

    Senior Professor, Education
    Phone: 603.428.2322
    Email: dnitschke@nec.edu

    Educational Background
    Specialist in the Assessment of Intellectual Functioning (SAIF), Rivier College
    PhD in Human Development, Special Education, Fielding University
    MEd in Special Education: Developmental Disabilities and Learning Disabilities, Keene State College
    MA in Human Development, Fielding University
    BA in Elementary Education and Special Education, New England College

  • Dr. Gavin Henning

    Professor, Higher Education; Director of MS in Higher Education Administration and Doctorate of Education Programs
    Office: CEI 205, Henniker Campus
    Phone: 603.428.2444
    Email: ghenning@nec.edu
    Professional website: gavinhenning.com

    Expertise and Memberships

    • National expert on assessment in higher education, specialty in student affairs assessment
    • Past president of ACPA-College Student Educators International
    • Past president of the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education
    • Founding president of Student Affairs Assessment Leaders, an international grassroots professional association for individuals practicing student affairs assessment

     

    Educational Background
    PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, University of New Hampshire
    MA in Sociology, University of New Hampshire
    MA in College and University Administration, Michigan State University
    BA in Psychology and Sociology, Michigan State University

    Research Interests

    • Assessment
    • Equity-centered assessment
    • Sense of belonging
    • Retention/persistence

     

    Bio
    Gavin is a college student educator with a reputation as an organizer, collaborator, and catalyst for educational change. His professional mission is to generate applied scholarship, bridge theory to practice, create systems and processes, and teach higher education professionals to foster college student learning and success. He has advanced this mission during his 20+ years in higher education in positions including professor, assessment practitioner, and student affairs educator. In his current positions at NEC, Gavin helps prepare the next generation of professionals to improve educational organizations. Gavin frequently consults and presents regionally, nationally, and internationally on the topic of assessment. His scholarship includes over 100 peer-reviewed presentations and over 90 invited presentations and keynotes regarding assessment. In addition, he has published articles and books on assessment including Student Affairs Assessment: Theory and Practice with Darby Roberts that serves as the foundational text for assessment courses in many higher education graduate programs. He has been recognized for his contributions to student affairs and higher education by receiving ACPA’s Annuit Coeptis award and Diamond Honoree awards.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to complete the online MEd program?

NEC’s online MEd in Education program can be completed in as little as 18 months.

 

How are the online MEd programs structured?

NEC’s online MEd programs consist of a core education section and a concentration section, or sections of the individual’s degree choice. The credits required for completion depend on the concentration chosen.

 

What are the benefits of an MEd master’s in Education program?

Earning an MEd master’s in Education degree can help you further develop the knowledge and skills to become a leader in education who can innovate education on a large scale. It can also fortify the expertise needed to excel in specialized areas of teaching, allowing you to make an impact on education one student at a time.

 

How do I enroll in the online MEd in Education program?

You can enroll in NEC’s online MEd in Education program by applying directly online. NEC doesn’t require an application fee, nor does it require standardized tests.

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