Master of Education (60 Points)
The Ed. M. degree is a research-based Master’s program well suited for current teachers who wish to delve into a deeper study of English Education and/or are considering Doctoral work. This advanced Master's program is a flexible degree allowing students to select, in consultation with a faculty advisor, an array of courses that facilitate their intellectual and professional goals. The 60 points are designed for students to explore their interests widely through in and out of department electives, and intensely through English Education specific literature and research courses. The culminating research paper entails work that results in an original synthesis of a broad reading of theory and research. The Ed.M often acts as a precursor to the Ed.D or Ph.D programs.
Experiences and Exposures:
- World-class faculty come together with a collaborative group of students from around the world to critically engage with theoretical and pedagogical stances that underpin English Education.
- Coursework prioritizes bridging the theory-practice gap to help students understand critical issues in the field, and consider what reflective educators might do in response to them.
- Students will explore their own individual inquiries and conduct original research into issues of critical importance to the field of English Education.
Admissions Information
Displaying requirements for the Spring 2024, Summer 2024, and Fall 2024 terms.
Master of Education
- Points/Credits: 60
- Entry Terms: Fall Only
Application Deadlines
- Spring: N/A
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): January 15
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation, one (1) of which must be academic
- Academic Writing Sample
Requirements from the TC Catalog (AY 2023-2024)
Displaying catalog information for the Fall 2023, Spring 2024 and Summer 2024 terms.
Master of Education (Ed.M., 60 credits)
The Ed.M. program is a 60-credit advanced master’s degree program to which students may transfer up to 30 credits of prior graduate-level study at Teachers College. Requirements in the Ed.M. program are flexible. Aside from three required research methods courses and A&HE 5504: Research paper: Teaching of English, students select, in consultation with a faculty advisor, an array of courses that facilitate their intellectual and professional goals.
General Coursework Requirement
Depending upon the number of TC credits transferred in, students must complete between 15 and 45 credits at the A&HE 4000, A&HE 5000, and A&HE 6000 levels. Students transferring up to 30 TC credits must take most of their courses at the more advanced A&HE 5000 and A&HE 6000 levels. It is possible to substitute a 12-15 credit specialization in an area other than English Education and/or one graduate- level course at Columbia University with an academic faculty advisor’s approval. Students considering moving on to doctoral studies should consult with their advisor about limiting the number of 4000 level courses.
Research Methods Courses
At least 9 credits (three courses) of research methods must be completed for the Ed.M. degree. Although courses may include both quantitative and/or qualitative methods, we recommend that at least one course represent study in the area of qualitative research. At least one course should be taken from the research offerings in the English Education Program; the two other courses may be taken in any department at Teachers College.
A&HE 5504. Research paper: Teaching of English
The research paper for A&HE 5504, required of all Ed.M. students, is the core of the Ed.M. program. The purpose of this paper is to evidence the student’s ability to conduct independent research. It entails work that results in an original synthesis of a broad reading of theory and research. The A&HE 5504 research paper typically includes:
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A rationale for the project and demonstration of an understanding of the literature of the field related to the topic(s) undertaken;
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A pilot study, including data gathering and analysis and justification of research methods employed;
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A critique of the pilot study, including the student’s reflections on the study’s design and methodology as well as research strengths and weaknesses; and
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Implications relevant to the student’s future research