International Educational Development, MSEd

Both quantitative and qualitative courses prepare students in the practical and theoretical implications of collecting, interpreting, analyzing and presenting data on the human condition broadly (and education/learning in particular).

Candidates for the M.S.Ed. degree must demonstrate knowledge of the field of education beyond the area of specialization. Students must complete one approved graduate level (500 and above) GSE course outside the student’s area of specialization, earning a grade of “B” or better. In IEDP, the requirement must meet the additional following criteria/conditions: The chief focus should not be on international, global or development contexts. Students should confer with their faculty advisor for further guidance.

Electives must be graduate level and taken for a letter grade. Students should determine elective courses in conference with their faculty advisors to ensure they align with the Planned Program of Study. With faculty advisor approval, electives may potentially be taken in International Educational Development (IEDP), other GSE programs, or from graduate programs across the university.

Thematic courses reflect a student's unique, self-identified specialization within the field, and may be based on: region of the world; topic or issue; or practical application. Students are encouraged to discuss this 'specialization' with their faculty advisors.

IEDP students must have completed EDUC 695 Proseminar in International Educational Development and EDUC 514 Education in Developing Countries prior to placement, and be in good academic standing both in the program and in GSE as prerequsites to placement in a field site.