Program Overview
The Master of Arts Degree in Education gives you the opportunity to construct your studies around your personal and professional goals toward becoming a transformative, reflective, expert in the field of teaching and learning.
This is an advanced professional development program where teachers develop their own innate leadership skills.
The focus on teacher leadership is designed to develop educational leaders who a) advocate for higher standards of student learning and professional development; b) collaborate with colleagues, students, and the community to create new possibilities; c) affect positive change in school culture; and d) inspire fellow teachers to grow personally and professionally.
NOTE: Obtaining this degree from the UNM College of Education does not guarantee approval for licensure by the State Public Education Department, as additional requirements exist for students seeking New Mexico Administrative Licensure. The University of New Mexico cannot confirm whether this program leads to licensure or advanced certification in your home state. Prior to applying for admission, contact your state board of education to assure that, upon completion of the program, you are qualified to obtain a license or other form of certification. Please contact the College of Education for more details.
Disclosures
The University is required by federal regulation 34 CFR 668.43 to inform students that obtaining this degree may not be sufficient to meet the licensure requirements of your state licensure agency. Since only state agencies have the authority to determine if an individual satisfies the criteria for certification or licensure, UNM cannot assure the attainment of any certificate or license for an individual.
UNM strives to stay informed about the current state requirements for certification or licensure as these are subject to change. Prior to applying for admission, refer to our Professional Licensure Disclosure (PLD) webpage and contact the relevant licensing agency in your state. Also, refer directly to the program you are interested in for additional details.
All online and distance education is protected by federal regulations and policies. For details on how, refer to the following resources: State Authorization, Disclosures, Accreditation and Complaint Resolution.
Admissions
Tuition and Fees
Total base tuition cost per credit hour is $428.12. A GPSA fee of $25 is assessed to all Graduate and Dissertation students. There is also a one-time $125 TK20 fee assessed to new COEHS admits.
A student technology fee is charged each semester. It is $150 in the Fall, $150 in the Spring, and $20 in the Summer. There may be additional costs, depending on the class. Additional costs are often for textbooks, supplemental course materials, and proctoring fees.
The degree is offered as a Masters Plan III Option program (coursework only) which consists of 30 total credit hours, including a seminar.
Program Admission Requirements:
- Meet UNM Graduate Studies requirements;
- Have achieved a GPA of 3.0 as an undergraduate; and
- Hold a valid teaching license.
NOTE: Obtaining this degree from the UNM College of Education does not guarantee approval for licensure by the State Public Education Department, as additional requirements exist for students seeking New Mexico Administrative Licensure. The University of New Mexico cannot confirm whether this program leads to licensure or advanced certification in your home state. Prior to applying for admission, contact your state board of education to assure that, upon completion of the program, you are qualified to obtain a license or other form of certification. Please contact the College of Education for more details.
Degree Requirements
About the Program
The MA in Education online is designed with a focus on teacher leadership to advance opportunities for classroom teachers to be leaders in schools and classrooms. The degree is designed for students to complete in two years. The required courses for the degree will be offered online during academic semesters as well as during the summer. Course offerings may vary.
Required Courses:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours | Core or Elective? |
| EDUC 500 | Research Applications to Education | 3 | Core |
| EDUC 502 | Advanced Instructional Strategies | 3 | Core |
| EDUC 505 | Experiential, Problem-Based, and Service Learning | 3 | Elective |
| EDUC 513 | The Process of Reflection and Inquiry | 3 | Core |
| EDUC 520 | Effective Teaching and Student Learning | 3 | Elective |
| EDUC 542 | Principles of Curriculum Development | 3 | Core |
| EDUC 552 | Social Justice in Education | 3 | Core |
| EDUC 563 | Mentoring Teachers for Professional Growth | 3 | Elective |
| EDUC 590 | Seminar (this course is taken in the student's graduation semester) | 3 | Core |
| MSET 570 | Digital Game-Based Learning | 3 | Elective |
| MSET 571 | Multimedia Literacy for Educators | 3 | Elective |
Learning Outcomes
In your online coursework, you will address critical issues, test new ideas and approaches to learning, and become prepared for participation in a complex and challenging society. The curriculum and strategic course requirements help participants elevate student performance, foster an innovative environment, be effective teacher leaders, and increase community engagement to enhance student learning.
The focus on teacher leadership is designed to develop education leaders who:
- Advocate for higher standards of student learning and professional development
- Collaborate with colleagues, students, and the community to create new possibilities
- Affect positive change in school culture
- Inspire fellow teachers to grow personally and professionally
