Education Studies, Concentration in Elementary Education (K-6)

Program Requirements

Candidates are expected to complete all requirements associated with the Master of Education in Education Studies with a concentration in Elementary Education (K-6). This program does not lead to licensure.  Candidates must register for and complete MED 6102 E-folio as the initial course in the program. This course is a pre-requisite for all other education courses.

Parallel Curriculum

The purpose, curriculum and program design of the Master of Education in Education Studies, Elementary Education (K-6) are the same as for the Master of Education in Elementary Studies (K-6) with the exception of practicum and student teaching.  This degree does not contribute to eligibility for an initial teaching license or certificate.

Program Competencies

Program competencies for this degree are identical to those currently in effect for the M.Ed. in Elementary Studies (K-6), with the exception of those competencies associated with student teaching. Program competencies and attributes are derived from the College of Education and Liberal Arts Conceptual Framework, the CAEP 2018 K-6 Teacher Preparation Standards and the InTASC standards (Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium), and are described in detail at the following links:

Conceptual Framework

InTASC Standards

Course Prerequisites/Additional Course Requirements

Course prerequisites are listed in the Course Descriptions section of the catalog and on the Wilmington University website.

Required Courses (41 credits)