Graduate Programs in Education
The Graduate Programs in Education Department (G.P.E.D) strives to balance theory with practice by offering appropriate field and hands-on experiences, as well as the highest caliber of academic programs designed to prepare candidates interested in earning their graduate degrees, certificates, and professional educator licensure intended for transformative leaders and teachers in diverse educational settings.
Programs housed within this Department, are designed for candidates who are interested in the:
Special Education Learning Behavioral Specialist – I Master’s Degree Program: for candidates interested in the:
Educational Leadership, and Curriculum & Instruction Master’s Degree Program: for candidates interested in the:
Reflected in both the background of our faculty and the quality of all our programs are the strong grounding in educational theory and research; development of our candidates’ skills in critical thinking and reflective practice; modeling of effective administrative and teaching practices; fostering of sensitivity to diversity in our students; addressing issues prevalent in a pluralistic society; working in partnerships with local educational agencies and organizations; and collaborating with other departments in the university.