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SCHOOL OF EDUCATION SPECIALIZATIONS

Adult Educators and Administrators
MEd in Adult Education
MEd in Corporate Training and Knowledge Management
MEd in e-Learning Technology and Design
MEd in Higher Education Leadership and Administration
K-12 Educators and Administrators Specializations
Master's Degrees for Licensed Educators
MEd in Education Leadership and Administration
MEd in Elementary Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
MEd in K-12 Instructional Technology
MEd in Secondary Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
Master's Degrees Leading to Initial Education Licensure
MEd in Education Leadership and Administration: Principal and Administrator Licensure
MEd in Elementary Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment: Teacher Licensure
MEd in K-12 Instructional Technology: Teacher Licensure
MEd in Secondary Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment: Teacher Licensure
Education Specialist K-12 Education Leadership
EdS in Education Specialist K-12 Education Leadership
Doctorate K-12 Education Leadership
EdD in Doctorate K-12 Education Leadership

Welcome to JIU’s School of Education. It takes a very dedicated person to choose a career in education. While the reasons for entering this field are varied, those who take this noble path share one common trait – they want to make a difference. Our comprehensive Master of Education degree programs, Education Specialist, Doctorate of Education, Pathways to Accomplished Teaching certificate program, and Classroom Instruction That Works course are designed not only to advance your professional development in an exceptional way, but to foster a sense of community and purpose in your career that will last a lifetime.

• Become the ultimate professional. JIU supports your commitment to success by not only providing a quality, relevant education but also by supporting your lifelong career planning. As a student – and alumnus – you will have access to the Total Professional Advantage™ 2.0, an exclusive career development portal and program customized just for you! For more information, visit TPA™.
• Lead your learning community. Are you a new grad seeking certification or are you a teacher or administrator who wants to update your skills and expand your opportunities? Perhaps you are someone working in another field who feels the call to work in education or you’re a corporate trainer or military instructor wanting to learn the most innovative, strategic and practical knowledge in adult and continuing ed. Whatever your motivation, JIU can help you achieve your goals. Our flexible, project-based programs deliver the best in education theory and real-world application in an exciting, interactive, fully online format. We employ a holistic approach to learning, requiring our students to get involved in their communities or organizations and do work that is personally and professionally meaningful. Our graduates emerge as far more than just teachers or administrators; they are leaders who can and will make a difference.
• Learn from the best. Our faculty is the cornerstone of the JIU experience. Our content experts are professors in some of the most distinguished institutions in the world and have developed master-level courses that are engaging, relevant, and rich in content. Our experienced, accessible professors have each passed JIU’s rigorous certification program and are carefully selected for their professional experience and academic credentials.
• JIU is the Gold Standard Online University®. If you’re ready to take the next step to build your career in education and make an impact, JIU stands ready to support your dreams.