Elementary Education MEd
All students seeking elementary initial licensure (grades 1-6) take the 36-credit sequence of courses. These courses support students in their graduate level learning process.
Courses include an introduction to a developmental perspective on education, research and current understandings about the methods of teaching specific fields of knowledge, classroom management, inclusive practices for meeting the needs of students with disabilities, and instruction of content for English Language Learners. The capstone of the program for the Initial Licensure is the supervised practicum and accompanying portfolio. Candidates demonstrate readiness for the initial elementary licensure by a passing score on the MA CAP (Candidate Assessment of Performance).
Program Options
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Students can choose to complete our campus program where students take 2-3 courses a semester and complete their pre-practicum in their penultimate semester and their practicum in their final semester. This program takes 2-3 years to complete depending on how many course students complete each semester.
- Students can also choose to participate in the Teach Next Year (TNY) pathway. The TNY pathway seeks individuals committed to making a positive impact on students’ success in urban and high need schools. TNY is an intensive site-based program that takes approximately 12 months. As it is a cohort model, TNY only accepts applications for summer.
Why Apply to UMass Boston's Elementary Education MEd Program?
This program offers opportunities for students to learn about elementary pedagogy and content across the curriculum areas. Through working with dedicated faculty to develop teaching skills, action research skills, and knowledge of child development, our graduates are prepared to work in urban, diverse, and inclusive settings and serve children and their families as soon as they graduate.
Application Deadline
Fall: July 1