Graduate Programs - Middle Level Education
M.Ed. and C.A.S. Degrees
This individually designed program for middle level teachers emphasizes curriculum, instruction and assessment that is developmentally responsive for young adolescents, ages 10-15. Like the ideal middle level experience, the graduate concentration is rigorous, collaborative, comprehensive, exploratory and relevant. Taught by the graduate faculty of the state’s advanced degree and research institution, it is built around courses, inquiry and field-based projects to enrich and extend theory, practice and leadership in middle level education.
| Designed for: | Educators interested in obtaining a graduate degree in middle level education. |
| Purposes: |
To prepare teachers, counselors, and other educators for working with 21st century learners |
| Pre-requisites: | A bachelor’s degree in education. |
| Credits: | M.Ed. 33/C.A.S. 30 |
| Thesis: | Non-thesis |
| Endorsement: | No endorsement |
| Scheduling: | Courses are offered once or twice a year |
| Advising: | Edward Brazee, University of Maine faculty member |
| Curriculum: |
Electives and specialty area to be selected |
Requirements
The M.Ed. program consists of a core of middle level education courses, selected courses and electives for a minimum of 33 semester hours. Twelve to 15 hours must be in professional education courses at the 500-600 level in registration with the University of Maine and the M.Ed. program must include two seminars or one seminar and one practicum.
Selected courses are devoted to developing further breadth and depth of knowledge in academic specialties and/or human development. A course in educational measurement or research is strongly recommended.
For electives, students may select from a variety of courses appropriate to the diverse role of the middle level teacher. Such courses might include study in adolescent literature, counselor education, special education, leadership, supervision, research, and technology.
The C.A.S. is an individually planned program providing a cohesive program for teachers and educational specialists and requires a minimum of 30 semester hours in a teaching or specialty area beyond the master’s level.
The Practicum (EDG 657)
Students are encouraged to take on the challenge and earn the rewards of a field-based practicum project. This extensive research commitment allows students to define and explore specific issues and important questions in middle level education, contribute to the knowledge base, and provide leadership for changing or strengthening practice in their schools.
Related Information and Links
National Middle School Association (NMSA) www.nmsa.org
New England League of Middle Schools (NELMS) www.nelms.org
Maine Association for Middle Level Education (MAMLE) www.mamleonline.org
National Forum to Accelerate Middle Grades Reform www.mgforum.org
MiddleWeb www.middleWeb.com
This graduate program is provided by the College of Education and Human Development of the University of Maine, Orono. The Masters and Certificate of Advanced Studies degrees will be conferred by the University of Maine.
For additional information, contact:
Dr. Edward Brazee
or
Dr. Gert Nesin
5766 Shibles Hall
University of Maine
Orono, ME 04469
or call: (207) 581-2484 or E-mail: ed.brazee@umit.maine.edu
Application: Submit an application to the Graduate School. Application is online at http://www2.umaine.edu/graduate
