At Mary Baldwin University, our online Master of Education (MEd) degree is designed to help you grow as an educator, leader and learner. Choose from seven focused programs and gain the skills to take your next step with confidence, whether you’re new to the field or looking to deepen your expertise. Program options:
Our online MEd degree programs enhance your pedagogical, technological and content knowledge in specialized areas.
At Mary Baldwin, we understand and support non-traditional students and working professionals. We know that balancing your education with other responsibilities takes commitment. That’s why our programs are designed with flexibility, understanding and your success in mind. Our asynchronous online MEd programs give you the opportunity to earn degrees and endorsements that can advance your career.
Our goal is to help you improve student engagement with the latest, evidence-based tools and practices. You’ll develop skills in:
Whether you’re seeking a new challenge or a way to make a bigger impact, Mary Baldwin is here to support your journey.
MBU’s online Master of Education program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). Competency for each area of endorsement complies with those required by the Virginia Department of Education.
MBU has received the prestigious Frank Murray Leadership Award in 2022 as one of the nation’s top schools for preparing PK-12 educators. The award from CAEP honors institutions that show continuous leadership and innovation in teacher education.
Program features include:
Our faculty are experts in their fields and dedicated to helping you grow, every step of the way.
Mary Baldwin University’s online MEd programs offer a balance of theory, research and real-world application. Whether you’re seeking licensure or building on existing credentials, the curriculum is designed to be both practical and meaningful. The programs are designed for those seeking licensure or who already have licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Those who do not wish to seek licensure may still take courses in Special Education, Gifted Education, English as a Second Language (ESL), Reading Education and Curriculum and Instruction.
As a student in MBU’s online MEd degree programs, you start with core courses and then move on to courses specific to your chosen degree or endorsement.
Core courses include:
This course prepares students to be effective teacher leaders in their schools. It focuses on leadership styles, funding strategies, mediation strategies, and other issues related to empowering teachers to become school leaders
This course prepares students to conduct scholarly research through a wide variety of resources. With an emphasis on options for K-12 educators, students learn to formulate a thesis and appropriately document supporting evidence through literature reviews and research methodologies. The course will prepare students to conduct either basic research, action research or a scholarly educational project as part of their culminating Inquiry Research Project (ED 632) for the MEd program. The successful completion of this IN630 course should provide a solid foundation for timely completion of the ED632 project.
Students identify an education-based question for investigation. The student conducts a comprehensive scholarly study on the topic and writes a 15- to 20-page paper (not including title page and references) that connects research and theory with insights from their MEd program of study and from their own experiences. The paper builds upon a thesis or central question and ends with conclusions that offer innovation or resolution to their question. The paper is meant to be a culmination of the MBU MEd program of study and therefore, provide clear evidence of scholarly skills, understandings of educational theory and practice, along with effective writing ability.
Special note: Grades for ED 632 will be P/NC. Students not completing ED 632 within the semester will be required to retake ED 632 the following semester to complete the thesis. This course may only be taken a total of three times.
MBU offers a range of specialized degrees to deepen your expertise and advance your career. Whether you’re passionate about leadership, curriculum design or supporting diverse learners, there’s a program to match your goals.
Equips you with hands-on, inquiry-based strategies to engage students in real-world problem-solving. Designed for classroom teachers, curriculum developers and educators in various settings, the program fosters leadership skills to inspire and motivate students.
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Empowers you to develop effective instructional programs by connecting educational theory to research-based practices. A Virginia teaching license is not a prerequisite for this degree, making it well-suited for a student working with a provisional license.
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Focuses on channeling your passion for teaching into learning how to instill a lifelong love of learning for your students. You’ll gain the confidence, tools, and support to make a meaningful difference during a child’s most important formative years.
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Expands your ability to build connections with English language learners and teach them how to overcome obstacles to learning. In this supportive program, you’ll develop the empathy and tools to make all students feel seen, heard and empowered to succeed. Gain the skills you need to make these students comfortable in class and ready to grow academically.
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Enhances your impact as an instructor who works with gifted students, keeping them engaged and connected. Learn to follow a student-centered teaching philosophy that puts a gifted student’s talents to work in ways that benefit both them and their classmates.
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Prepares you with the latest, evidence-based best practices for reading instruction. Gain the skills to teach students of all abilities to excel in their reading comprehension, helping them strengthen a skill that is foundational for all education.
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Focuses on the tools you need to provide assessments, resources, and strategies for exceptional learners. Learn to identify exceptional students’ needs, develop Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and create a classroom where all students can learn and achieve.
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Careers with a Master of Education degree or endorsement depend on the specialization. You may use what you learn to specialize as a classroom teacher in areas such as special education, gifted education, or teaching English as a second language to students. You may also decide to move into curriculum design or leadership roles in the education system outside of the classroom.
All education programs require the following:
The following programs require a Virginia teaching license:
Conditional admission may be possible. Speak with an admissions counselor to find out more.
If you have questions about the online Master of Education or any other MBU online or hybrid program, contact us to learn more. Our friendly and supportive admissions team is just a phone call or email away and is happy to walk you through the process. Our admissions team is ready to answer your questions and provide support and guidance every step of the way, from choosing your degree to completing your application and preparing for your first day of class.
We look forward to helping you take the next step in your education career.
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