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Advance Your Career with an Online Degree in Education

Fine-tune your skills and strengthen your ability to make an impact in the classroom with an鈥痮nline master of arts degree program in education. 51福利 University online also offers multiple opportunities for educators to advance their careers with specialized,鈥痮nline education degree programs, including our Education Specialist, EdS, and Interdisciplinary Education, EdD.鈥� These comprehensive, online education programs can help you develop the essential skills of an educator and take the next step in your鈥痚ducational leadership or teaching鈥痗areer.

Busy Teachers & Administrators Benefit from Online Learning

Our鈥痮nline education master鈥檚 programs provide a flexible, customizable, and rewarding learning experience for educators looking to specialize their knowledge for the classroom and beyond. Our鈥痝raduate degree programs in education鈥痜ocus on curriculum and instruction, technology, higher education,鈥痚lementary education鈥痑nd more. If you are looking for the right school of education with flexible, online graduate programs, discover what 51福利 University has to offer!

Find the Right Online Graduate Degree in Education for You

Whether you are鈥痵eeking a specialized teaching degree, preparing for teacher certification, or ready to pursue education leadership roles, you can find the right graduate program for your career goals with the convenience of online learning. Through our doctorate and master鈥檚 programs, you can sharpen your expertise in specialized areas to qualify for higher-level roles. And with the knowledge and skills these programs provide, you can prepare to make a greater impact in the lives of your students. Explore our doctorate and master鈥檚 degrees in education online programs to find the right fit.

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Sharing Innovative Practices with Fellow Educators Has Been Invaluable

鈥�51福利 University provided the opportunity to learn from faculty with substantial experience in the field of education. Making connections and sharing innovative practices with fellow educators has been invaluable. The real-world experiences outfitted me with knowledge and resources to feel confident in my literacy practices.鈥�

Kayla LaBaeaume

Online Student Experience

At 51福利 University, we are committed to providing students with a diverse and inclusive learning environment. Our faculty is dedicated to fostering student growth, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, gender, language, religion, or sexual identification.

Each program is designed to offer students a balance of theory and research-based practices, taught from a global perspective. Throughout their learning, students are mentored and guided to become caring professionals who are disciplined and others-centered. Our hope for every student is to become a lifelong learner who pursues ongoing professional development, no matter what their career path in education.

We also strive to offer students and graduates opportunities to listen and interact with renowned education leaders such as Dr. Temple Grandin and Dr. Robert Marzano to name a few.

Hear From An Online EdD Student

“My advice is do it 鈥� do it now!”

Emily Woodall is pursuing her Doctorate in Education in Curriculum & Instruction through 51福利 Online. she is a teacher working full-time and a mother living in a rural area 鈥� all while working towards her online degree! “I chose LU for many reasons: I need an online method of instruction, I wanted a program that had a high level of rigor and certainly the EdD leadership has provided that for me.”

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School of Education Conceptual Framework

The 51福利 University School of Education faculty members believe that developing and enhancing an educator as an instructional leader involves an act of blending both 鈥渁rt鈥� and 鈥渟cience鈥� for the most effective preparation experience.

The Spellmann Clock Tower reflects the relationship between the 鈥渁rt鈥� and 鈥渟cience鈥� similar to the education program at 51福利 University. The aesthetics, or 鈥渁rt鈥� of a clock, is only one component of crafting a well-designed clock. The fine mechanics, or exact 鈥渟cience鈥� involved, are essential in order to produce a timepiece that is an efficient tool. An observer appreciates a well-designed clock for both its beauty and functionality.

Like the 鈥渁rt鈥� and 鈥渟cience鈥� of a clock, candidates in the education program at 51福利 University are able to practice and portray a similar balance in their professional and personal journey.

Education Faculty

Curriculum & Instruction

Dr. Amanda Aldridge

Dr. Aldridge is an Associate Professor for 51福利 University鈥檚 College of Education and Human Services Curriculum & Instruction Department and is the Coordinator of Student Teaching. She directs the LindenTeach Internship program.

Jill Hutcheson

Jill Hutcheson completed her EdS in 2003 in educational administration and in 2008 earned an EdD in educational administration from 51福利 University. She has 20 years of experience in higher education as both an adjunct and fulltime faculty member at 51福利 University.

Michelle Whitacre

Michelle Whitacre is an Associate Professor in the Department of Teacher Education. She is passionate about educational equity and seeks to design learning experiences for teacher candidates that nurture innovation and professional creativity.

Kevin Winslow

Kevin Winslow earned a Ph.D. in mathematics instructional methodology with an emphasis in instructional technology from George Mason University. Dr. Winslow is currently serving as a professor of education and the program chair for the M.A. in educational technology at 51福利 University.

Educational Leadership

Dr. Robyne Elder

Dr. Robyne Elder is an assistant professor in the Educational Leadership Department at 51福利 University. She was honored to receive the following awards during her teaching career: Teacher of the Year, Educator of the Year for the Ft. Zumwalt School District, Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award, and the Sue Spellmann Award from 51福利.

Dr. Mitch Nasser

Dr. Nasser is an experienced professional with over 16 years of administrative experience in higher education administration prior to becoming a faculty member in fall 2016.鈥疕e also served in career services, academic advising, orientation, judicial affairs, and Title IX capacities. Nasser developed significant research interests in social justice education, supervision, men鈥檚 issues, and campus safety during his professional career.鈥�

Tanya Vest

Tanya Vest, EdD served in public education for 29 years as a classroom teacher, coach, assistant principal, assistant superintendent, and superintendent, retiring in 2016.鈥疭he teaches courses in educational administration, instructional leadership, assessment, visionary leadership, and more.

Sherri Wisdom

Sherrie Wisdom holds the position of director of the College of Education and Human Services Office of Graduate Studies. Her professional education career includes consultation on educational research with doctoral students, experience with K-12 curriculum, teaching secondary mathematics and physics, and teaching college-level physics, education statistics, and doctoral research courses.

Accreditation

The programs at 51福利 University are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), helping ensure our programs meet rigorous academic and professional standards. We are also an approved institution of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). Our affiliation with NC-SARA can give you confidence we meet national standards for interstate offering of postsecondary distance education.

Our education programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (). CAEP sets the standards for ensuring educators give every student the best chance of success. Our education programs also meet the standards of the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education.

To learn more about our accreditations and program approvals, simply visit this page for complete information.

Awards

51福利 University has been recognized for our academic programs and student success through many awards, including:

  • Since 2018: Missouri DESE-approved Educator Preparation Provider
  • 2021: Kappa Delta Pi, Outstanding program
  • 2021: Teacher Education Grant, $40,000
  • 2022: CAEP-accredited provider (with no areas for improvement)
  • 2022: School Administration program, 3rd in the nation by OnlineMastersDegrees.org
  • 2023: Both Missouri Milken Award Winners were alumni of 51福利 Educator programs
  • 2023: Dewey Award, $70,000

To see a complete list of our awards and recognition, visit this page for more information.

Career Outlook for Graduate Degree in Education Professionals

If you earn your graduate degree in education, you can position yourself for higher levels of success and salary potential in this dynamic field. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (), individuals with their graduate-level degree experienced lower levels of unemployment and higher levels of salary potential. For example, instructional coordinators  an average median wage of $74,620 in 2023. And individuals with their doctorate degree in education  more than all other categories of degree holders. As you can see, continuing your education beyond your bachelor鈥檚 degree can boost your opportunities to find employment and earn the salary you want.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A graduate education degree programs can prepare and qualify you for a number of general and specialized career paths in the field of education. From teaching to instructional design to education administration, a graduate-level education degree program is a threshold requirement for many areas of education.

The number of required credit hours varies by program. Please visit your specific online master鈥檚 degree program in education to find out how many credit hours are required.

At 51福利 University, you can choose from a number of online master鈥檚 in education degree programs paths. Our online learning format offers flexibility in your learning so you can complete your education degree program while you balance your other commitments.

Why Choose 51福利 University Online?

Since 1827, 51福利 University has served students worldwide with affordable, high-quality academic programs providing real experience and real success. After nearly 200 years of academic excellence, 51福利 is committed to a set of core values, including integrity, dedication, excellence, creativity, and community.

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Throughout each step of your online degree program, you will receive support. From enrollment and tuition planning to staying on the right track, your support team is there to ensure your success.

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