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M.Ed. Self-Designed Programs
M.Ed. Self-Designed Programs

Curriculum and Instruction

Coordinator: Dr. Kathleen Norris, e-mail: medcurriculum@plymouth.edu

Students interested in improving their teaching skills and content knowledge are encouraged to pursue this option. Designed with the flexibility to meet the individual needs of the learner, this option allows students to study various curricular areas to enhance their teaching.

Required Courses

Master's Core Component
ED 5010 Philosophy, Ethics and Education - 3 credits
ED 5000 Social Behavior in a Diverse Society - 3 credits
- OR -
ED 5005 Social Psychology and Mythology across Cultures - 3 credits
ED 5030 Research Design - 3 credits

Specialization Component - 21 credits

Capstone Experience
ED 5210 Graduate Practicum - 6 credits
– OR –
ED 5950 Graduate Thesis - 6 credits
– OR –
ED 6900 Graduate Capstone Project - 3 credits

Total for M.Ed. Self Designed, Curriculum and Instruction - 33 credits









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