Secondary Education - M.Ed.

Master the Teaching the of your favorite subject

Are you looking to elevate your teaching career with our Master of Education (M.Ed.) program, with a concentration in Secondary Education, specialization in Visual Art, English, History/Social Science, or Mathematics? Framingham State’s comprehensive program combines the requirements for Initial Licensure with the advanced study of education affording students the opportunity to complete a master’s degree program in approximately two years. Designed for aspiring educators committed to making a difference, our M.Ed. program empowers you to master your subject area and pedagogical skills.

In just two years, you'll gain the expertise and credentials needed to excel in secondary education, preparing you to inspire and educate the next generation. Join a community of passionate educators and benefit from our dedicated faculty, innovative curriculum, and supportive learning environment.

Why Choose Our M.Ed. Program?

Specialized Knowledge: Deepen your understanding of your chosen subject area with focused coursework in Visual Art, English, History/Social Science, or Mathematics.
Licensure and Beyond: Meet the requirements for Initial Licensure while also acquiring advanced teaching strategies and methodologies.
Expert Faculty: Learn from experienced educators and subject matter experts dedicated to your success.
Flexible Learning: Balance your studies with your professional and personal commitments with our accommodating course schedule.
Professional Growth: Enhance your resume with a respected degree and gain the skills needed for career advancement in education.

Program & Admissions Requirements

Complete the online graduate admission application.
Applicants must have received a bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.00 GPA from a regionally accredited college/university and must submit all official college-level transcripts. Applicants who studies outside of the United State must submit official transcripts and a course-by-course evaluation for US equivalency.
- Candidates with deficiencies in the liberal arts or sciences (content area) will be required to take appropriate courses before admittance to the more advanced studies in the sequence involving teaching methods and practice.
Applicants must write a 300 – 500-word statement expressing their interest in Framingham State, and their academic program of choice, and provide information regarding their professional/educational background along with professional and/or academic goals. This is the best way for applicants to introduce themselves to the academic program and admissions committee.
Two (2) recommendations must be submitted electronically through the Recommendation section of the application. One letter must be from an employer or supervisor, and the second letter must be from a faculty member who has taught the candidate at the collegiate level if the candidate attended classes in the last five years; if a faculty recommendation is not possible, the second letter should be another professional recommendation.
All applicants for the M.Ed. in Secondary Education, Concentration in Art must submit ten (10) to fifteen (15) digital images of the applicant’s artwork through Slideroom. This may include multiple slides to show detail.

View Program Curriculum

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the M.Ed. with a concentration in Secondary Education, students will be able to:

Develop well-structured lessons that have measurable objectives and appropriate student engagement strategies.
Organize and analyze results from a comprehensive system of assessments to determine student progress toward intended outcomes.
Use a varied repertoire of practices to create structured opportunities for each of their students to meet or exceed state standards/local curriculum and behavioral expectations.
Use rituals, routines, and proactive responses to create and maintain a safe physical and intellectual environment where students take academic risks and play an active role.
Effectively model and reinforce ways that students can consistently master challenging material through effective effort.
Regularly reflect on the effectiveness of lessons, units, and interactions with students.