
Many current or prospective education professionals opt to pursue a Masters Degree in Education as a means of furthering their goals in this valuable field. In fact, approximately 32.3% of Bachelor’s degree holders in Education enroll in an M.Ed program, according to a 2007 NCES report.[i] With today’s distance learning... options, busy adults may be able to earn an online Masters in Education while continuing to work. Online learning is often an accessible option for teachers who wish to update their professional knowledge while preparing for new opportunities in the field of education.
Depending on the requirements of the school district in which they are employed, teachers may be encouraged or required to pursue a graduate degree, such as a Masters of Education online. In fact, a recent survey showed that advanced degree holders in the field of education earned a median of $58,000 in 2011, as opposed to $44,000 for Bachelor’s degree holders.[ii]
Other benefits of a graduate program may include the exploration of new trends, innovations, and controversial issues in education, research opportunities in areas of professional interest, and courses that challenge and inspire. Candidates typically select an area of focus, such as Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, Early Childhood Education, English Language Development, and other concentrations. Graduate degree holders may go on to become teachers, department leaders, curriculum developers, education administrators, and more.
Statistics show that earning an M.Ed may be gaining prevalence among education professionals. The number of prospective teachers earning a Masters Degree in Education increased from 127,800 in 2000-1 to 185,000 in 2010-11 (a 44% change).[iii] A Masters in Education online may be a good step for those hoping to grow in this important field while preparing to better serve their students and schools.
[i] http://nces.ed.gov/pubs2007/2007162.pdf
[ii] http://www.census.gov/prod/2012pubs/acsbr11-10.pdf
[iii] http://nces.ed.gov/programs/coe/indicator_ctb.asp
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