Master's Degree (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education (K-6)
The Master's Degree in Elementary Education provides an opportunity for teachers to earn a 36- credit master’s degree to advance their knowledge in the field of elementary education. Students will have an opportunity to deepen their pedagogical knowledge and content knowledge through flexible coursework.
Contact Information
Michelle Vaughan-McGovern
Interim Co-Chair and Professor
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Office Location: ED 47 - 345
Campus: Boca
This hybrid program contains flexible schedules to allow coursework to be completed while teaching. Students may begin the program in January, May, or August and can complete the degree in 24 months. Electives allow students to customize this degree to their specific interests in the field.
Students with this degree may pursue these potential career paths:
- Master Classroom teacher
- Team Lead or Department Chair
- Curriculum Specialist
- Professional Development Specialist
- School/District Leadership
Program Overview
Consult the FAU Course Catalog for course descriptions and other details.
The MASTER’S DEGREE in ELEMENTARY EDUCATION provides an opportunity for CERTIFIED ELEMENTARY TEACHERS to earn an advanced degree in their field. Applicants who are eligible for temporary certification may apply; however, this degree does not offer student teaching or internship requirements for certification by the FL Dept. of Education.
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (Choose five) - 15 credits |
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| ARE 6317 Art Education in Elementary Schools |
| MAE 6151 Mathematics: Elementary/Middle School |
| RED 6351 Developmental Reading |
| EEX 5051 Individuals with Disabilities |
| SCE 6151 Science: Elementary/Middle School |
| SSE 6151 Social Studies: Elementary/Middle School |
| TSL 6345 Methods of TESOL & Bilingual Education |
| TSL 6142 Curriculum Development in TESOL |
| EDF 6800 Foundations of Global Education |
| EDF 6432 Measurement |
| EDF 6126 Child Development in Educational Psychology |
REQUIRED - 3 credits |
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| EDE 6205 Curriculum: Elementary School |
RESEARCH & STATISTICS - 6 credits |
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| STA 6113 Educational Statistics |
| EDF 6481 Educational Research |
ELECTIVES - 12 credits |
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| Courses related to Elementary Education can be selected with advisor approval from the College of Education, College of Arts and Letters, and/or College of Science. |
Admission Requirements
Application will require applicant to submit:
- Official transcripts including all undergraduate coursework and evidence of bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university (3.0 GPA required)
- Personal Statement outlining interest in the program
- Resume
- Two letters of recommendation that highlight the candidate's academic potential
- Any additional requirements for the degree for which you are applying that are listed on the application
After your application is completed, it will be forwarded to the Department of Curriculum & Instruction for a decision.
How to Apply
To be considered for admission into masters programs in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, applicants must complete a graduate application through the Graduate College.