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The M.Ed. in Early Learning and Development – The Advanced Teacher program is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of currently certified educators in birth through kindergarten, and focuses on leadership development, advocacy for all learners, best practices in pedagogy, and applied research skills. Upon completion of the program, educators with a Level 4 certification in Early Learning and Development will be eligible to upgrade their teaching certificate to a master’s level (Level 5) by the Georgia Professional Standards Committee. This program is fully online. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The Master of Education in Educational Leadership prepares individuals for Tier I Educational Leadership Certification in Georgia. Students learn to become transformational leaders and will be eligible for leadership positions at the level of Assistant Principal or below within the building, or any leadership position at the district level that does not supervise principals. Students will alternate between online class meetings and on-site, clinical practice hours at their own schools. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The M.Ed. in Elementary Education – The Advanced Teacher program is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of currently certified educators in grades pre-K through 5, and focuses on leadership development, advocacy for all learners, best practices in pedagogy, and applied research skills. Upon completion of the program, educators with a Level 4 certification in Elementary Education will be eligible to upgrade their teaching certificate to a master’s level (Level 5) by the Georgia Professional Standards Committee. This program is fully online. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Elementary Education is intended for those who hold a bachelor’s degree and are seeking initial certification at the master’s level. The program is designed to offer a comprehensive study of the specialized skills and knowledge needed to teach and support young children in grades Pre-K through 5. The program offers a wide scope of course content that focuses on theoretical and pedagogical issues while incorporating research, assessment, and technology integration. Diverse field experiences prepare teachers to support the diverse needs of young students. This program leads to initial teacher certification. Coursework is completed online with in-person field experiences in a school near the student.

The Master of Education in Higher Education Leadership prepares candidates to assume entry or mid-level leadership responsibilities in a variety of professional areas including: admissions and enrollment management, student affairs, advising, diversity, alumni relations and development, finance, human resources, facilities, and athletics. The program’s purpose is to develop transformational leaders who possess a strong understanding – grounded in leadership theory. This program is offered 100% online or through a blended combination of on-campus and online instruction at Mercer’s Macon campus.

Mercer’s Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Independent and Charter School Leadership is designed for professionals who want to lead in the environments of independent or charter schools. Ideal for aspiring or current principals, assistant principals, headmasters, or departmental directors (such as admissions or student services), the program also supports professionals from non-education backgrounds looking to strengthen their understanding of educational leadership.

Earning a Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology from Mercer University equips you to use instructional design approaches in a variety of workplace, educational, and training contexts.

The M.Ed. in Middle Grades Education – The Advanced Teacher program is designed to meet the needs of teachers in grades 4-8. Completion of the planned program (including the prerequisite Level 4 certificate in MGE) leads to eligibility for master’s level certification by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. The program offers a wide scope of advanced course content intended to expand the knowledge and skills of certified teachers and focuses on leadership development, advocacy for all learners, best practices in pedagogy, and applied research skills. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Middle Grades Education is intended for those who hold a bachelor’s degree and are seeking initial certification at the master’s level. The program is designed to offer a comprehensive study of the specialized skills needed to teach and support students in grades 4-8. The program offers a wide scope of course content that focuses on theoretical and pedagogical issues while incorporating research, assessment, and technology integration. Diverse field experiences throughout the program prepare teachers to support the diverse needs of students. This program leads to initial teacher certification. Coursework is completed online with in-person field experiences in a school near the student.

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in P-12 Education is intended for those who hold a bachelor’s degree and are seeking initial certification at the master’s level. The program is designed to offer a comprehensive study of the specialized skills needed to teach and support students in grades P-12. The program offers a wide scope of course content that focuses on theoretical and pedagogical issues while incorporating research, assessment, and technology integration. Diverse field experiences throughout the program help to prepare teachers to support the diverse needs of students of all ages. This program leads to initial teacher certification. Coursework is completed online with in-person field experiences in a school near the student.

The M.Ed. in P–12 Education – The Advanced Teacher program is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of certified teachers in grades P-12. The program offers a wide scope of advanced course content intended to expand levels of knowledge, skills, and dispositions in P–12 level teachers. Completion of the planned program (including the prerequisite Level 4 certificate) leads to eligibility for master’s level (Level 5) certification by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The M.Ed. in Secondary Education – The Advanced Teacher program is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of certified teachers in grades 6-12. The program offers a wide scope of advanced course content intended to expand levels of knowledge, skills, and dispositions in secondary level teachers. Completion of the planned program (including the prerequisite Level 4 certificate) and a passing score on the GACE Content Assessment for Reading leads to eligibility for master’s level (Level 5) certification in Reading by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Secondary Education is intended for those who hold a bachelor’s degree and are seeking initial certification at the master’s level. The program is designed to offer a comprehensive study of the specialized skills needed to teach and support students in grades 6-12. The program offers a wide scope of course content that focuses on theoretical and pedagogical issues while incorporating research, assessment, and technology integration. Diverse field experiences throughout the program prepare teachers to support the diverse needs of students. This program leads to initial teacher certification. Coursework is completed online with in-person field experiences in a school near the student.