Master of Education

The mission of the Jones International University^®, Ltd. (JIU^®) School of Education Master of Education (MEd) degree programs is to develop innovative leaders who can solve urgent education challenges. The School offers to students a project-based curriculum informed by professional standards; an international and inspirational faculty; ongoing and proactive program evaluation and assessment of student learning; an uncompromising commitment to service; and a pathway to become a total professional. Graduates are leaders who are dedicated to the growth and well-being of the diverse learning organizations and communities they serve, and they are prepared for their own life-long personal and professional growth.

MASTER OF EDUCATION SPECIALIZATIONS

Adult Educators and Administrators Specializations

The JIU School of Education offers MEd degree programs designed to challenge and compel students to become successful and influential adult educators. Adult education is one of the world’s fastest growing fields. There is a growing number of public and private vocational/trade colleges, community colleges, and universities. Furthermore, there are whole companies and divisions within companies that focus on personal, organizational, and professional development.

The Adult Educators and Administrators degree specializations align with the American Association for Adult and Continuing Education’s professional standards.

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

The JIU School of Education offers MEd degree programs designed for licensed teachers and licensed principals/administrators who would like to enhance their knowledge and skills, and for students who would like to become licensed teachers or licensed principals/administrators in K–12 institutions in the United States.

The K-12 Educators and Administrators degree program specializations align with the Colorado Department of Education (CDE), Colorado Commission on Higher Education (CCHE), and professional association standards. The CDE and CCHE recognize the high quality of JIU’s MEd preparation degrees and have designated JIU as a state-approved program of teacher and principal/administrator preparation. For most states, graduating from an approved program of preparation is an important step toward achieving educator licensure or certification.