Elementary Education (MEd)
The power to change lives.
You can remember the first teacher who shaped your life, and you want to be that teacher for another generation of young learners. Skilled elementary educators shepherd children into a lifetime love of learning. With an MEd in Elementary Education, you’ll learn what it takes to channel your tireless passion and curiosity into incredible outcomes for your students.
This program grants an additional teaching endorsement in Elementary Education.
- Time to Completion2 years
- FormatOnline
- Degree(s)Master of Education
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Why Pursue an Elementary Education MEd at MBU?
The first years of a child’s education are the most formative. The impact of elementary educators is key in shaping a young person’s future. That’s why MBU pairs you with faculty and teaching partners who are practicing educators, teaching you inquiry-based practices and student-centered techniques. You’ll graduate with a firm grasp of the skills and techniques needed to reach every child in your classroom.
Flexibility & Convenience
With all courses available online, you can complete coursework on your schedule and practicums in any accredited classroom. Whether you’re shifting your teaching focus or looking for an additional endorsement, the Elementary Education program at MBU rewards your time and efforts.
MEd students don’t need to be Virginia residents to seek licensure—they can complete practicums and student-teaching in any accredited school. However, all activities, competencies, and Standards of Learning that are addressed in each experience must apply to Commonwealth of Virginia guidelines.
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Teacher Education Program
Students accepted to the MEd program are automatically enrolled in MBU’s Teacher Education Program (TEP). Upon completion of their degree program and TEP requirements, Virginia-licensed MEd students will be prepared to obtain an additional teaching endorsement by Commonwealth of Virginia standards.
Our program emphasizes personalized paths to meet individual goals while modeling and encouraging inquiry and reflection, integrating theory and practice, and providing opportunities for exploration and innovation within a collaborative environment.
Pam Bailey, Associate Dean and Director, School of Education
Curriculum
The MEd in Elementary Education at MBU provides specific teaching strategies in all major subjects, in addition to classroom management skills for grades PK-6.
Sample Courses
This course will focus on the teaching and learning of science through an inquiry approach. Students learn best when they do science in the context of the own environments and when science is integrated across the curriculum. This course will model such an inquiry-based science classroom that includes real and relevant content; inside/outside studies; project-based unit planning; scientific tools and technology; diverse learner strategies; and alternative/authentic assessments.
This course focuses on improving literacy among elementary students with and without disabilities as well as for adolescent learners. Students will develop a thorough understanding of the complex nature of language acquisition, reading, and literacy- aligned with the Virginia English Standards of Learning. Related to language acquisition development, students will learn about phonetics, semantics, syntax, morphology, phonology, and pragmatics. Students will learn about the stages of writing, writing strategies, conventions to support composing, written expression, usage, and mechanics.
Our Faculty
Our program’s faculty is made up of passionate educators eager to share their insights and expertise. With their one-on-one support, you’ll graduate ready to tackle any challenges you face with confidence and competence.
Outstanding Outcomes
MBU’s reputation for producing exceptionally qualified educators means that an MEd from MBU translates into a career.
MBU is committed to training teachers for every student, no matter their financial or geographic situation. That’s why an average of 92% of Teacher Program graduates are in one of Virginia’s Top Ten Critical Shortage Areas.
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Cost & Financial Aid
We work hard to make an MBU education one of the most affordable in the country. 95% percent of MBU students receive scholarship awards or financial aid.
MBU also helps you get your degree faster by maximizing transfer credits and translating relevant work experiences into course credits. A great education is worth it. Let us help you bring your aspirations to life.