Education

Kinesiology and Physical Education

The graduate programs in kinesiology and physical education (MS and MEd) offer a general, science-based curriculum that provides the foundation for a career in exercise science or physical education. Students work closely with faculty specialists employing the latest technology to measure and analyze physical response, development, and deviation to provide understanding and application of the theory […]

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Instructional Technology

The master’s program in Instructional Technology (MEd) is designed to help our master’s students become leaders in effective and innovative uses of current and emerging technology. The required coursework, research, and clinical experiences are designed for educators working in a variety of contexts. Students will engage in inquiry-based curriculum and build capacity to continually assess […]

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Instructional Design

The graduate certificate in Instructional Design helps students become leaders in the theory and practice of designing and assessing effective instructional design.  Instructional Design is a rapidly growing field; this emerging and competitive job market spans higher education, informal education, and business. Students in this certificate may be seeking skills to enhance their own capacity […]

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Higher Education (Student Development)

The Master of Education degree in Student Development in Higher Education prepares entry-level professionals for positions in postsecondary student affairs. The program provides solid theoretical and practical grounding for student services jobs in increasingly diverse and technologically advanced colleges and universities. Students come to understand institutions of higher learning as complex organizations, with classes focused on student development, socio-cultural identity […]

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High Leverage Practices to Promote Inclusion

The High Leverage Practices to Promote Inclusion graduate certificate responds to this critical and growing need for teachers to have appropriate support for serving all students in their classrooms, including students with disabilities, at-risk students, and typical learners. Those who enroll in certificate program learn the practical tools to implement instructional changes that promote diversity […]

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Early Childhood Teacher

The Early Childhood Teacher graduate certificate allows students to complete the requirements for the State of Maine certification (Endorsement 081: Early Childhood Teacher) to teach early elementary grades, Pre-Kindergarten to grade 3, in public schools and/or to work at the preschool level. K-8 certified teachers can use the four required courses in this certificate in […]

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Classroom Technology Integrationist

 A Classroom Technology Integrationist graduate certificate is perfect for teachers who want to be more effective and marketable without the time and investment of a master’s degree. School technologists and others who consult in an educational setting will find this certificate program a valuable addition in their academic and professional development. Students in the Classroom Technology […]

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Autism Spectrum Disorders

Graduates are prepared to assume leadership roles in the development and implementation of educational programs for students with ASD.  Graduates work with parents, teachers, direct care staff and others who provide support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Graduates may also find careers in: Certificate program objectives: NOTE: If you are an international student who […]

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Education

The College of Education and Human Development offers a PhD in Education with focus areas in Educational Leadership, Higher Education, Literacy Education, Prevention and Intervention Studies, Special Education, and STEM Education. PLEASE NOTE: some concentrations are not currently accepting applications. Educational Leadership The PhD program in Educational Leadership is for experienced educational leaders looking to […]

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