Concordia University Portland
M.Ed. in Career and Technical Education
Encourage reflection and higher order (critical) thinking skills through online teaching and learning while applying best practices using technology. Become a Higher Education Technology Education Instructor; Technology Education Consultant; Lead Teacher, Technology Education; or K-12 Education Technology Supervisor.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Educational Technology Leadership
Concordia University – Portland’s fully online M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Educational Technology Leadership concentration prepares candidates for leadership roles implementing education technologies in K-12 classrooms and community college settings. This program does more than deepen specific technology knowledge – candidates also gain the insights and skills to lead research on technology adaptation and best-use cases supporting curriculum enhancement, with an end goal of improved teaching and learning. The Educational Technology Leadership coursework also emphasizes the ability to think pedagogically about technology and develop sustainable proficiency in its use. Program graduates will also have the leadership skills to conduct training at the school or district levels, write community grants, and develop scaled implementation plans. A nonprofit, faith-based institution, Concordia University - Portland has produced effective, empowered academic leaders for more than 100 years. Earn a career-enhancing, accredited degree through a flexible, fully online curriculum that lets you keep your current job and balance your other responsibilities.
M.Ed. in Advanced Study in Special Education
The Concordia University - Portland M.Ed. degree program in Advanced Study in Special Education (non-endorsement) is specifically designed for experienced K-12 teachers and other professionals licensed and/or qualified to serve students eligible for special education services, and who want to deepen their expertise or advance to leadership roles in this field. The Advanced Study in Special Education M.Ed. curriculum goes beyond the scope of initial or general special education licensure programs. Candidates will study the latest in advanced special education theory as the basis for developing the specialized evidence-based knowledge, skills and critical thinking needed to become highly professional, ethically focused transformational Special Education leaders in the classroom and in the community.
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership
Advance your career as a recognized education leader, learn how to influence a collaborative work environment and gain management skills you can put to work in the public or private sector. Become a Community College Student Services Director or Subject Matter Department Chair, Education Advisor in the District Superintendent's Cabinet, Education Lobbyist, or Corporate Trainer.
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership - Higher Education
This fully online Doctoral degree program prepares candidates for leadership and teaching roles across the post-secondary education sector. This three year accredited Ed.D. program consists of courses eight weeks in length, limited to a cohort of 15 candidates to maintain program quality. A virtual residency component makes Concordia’s Ed.D. program one of the nation’s first to extend the benefits of an online curriculum to the residency portion of doctoral education programs. Graduates of this terminal degree will have the management and teaching skills necessary to transform education through servant-based scholastic leadership and collaboration.
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership - Educational Administration
This fully online Doctorate degree program prepares candidates to be transformational leaders guiding public or nonpublic schools. This three year accredited Ed.D. program consists of courses eight weeks in length, limited to a cohort of 15 candidates to maintain program quality. A virtual residency component makes Concordia’s Ed.D. program one of the nation’s first to extend the benefits of an online curriculum to the residency portion of doctoral education programs. Students in this program gain the management skills to become transformational leaders guiding school teachers and administrators in the service of students.
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership - Teacher Leadership
This fully online Doctorate degree program offers candidates the ability to design and implement a customized program of study from an array of doctoral coursework, with a focus developing transformational leaders to successfully analyze and address the complex challenges, personnel issues, accountability, and fiscal priorities facing many organizations. This three year accredited Ed.D. program consists of courses eight weeks in length, limited to a cohort of 15 candidates to maintain program quality. A virtual residency component makes Concordia’s Ed.D. program one of the nation’s first to extend the benefits of an online curriculum to the residency portion of doctoral education programs. Students in this program gain in-depth knowledge to further enhance their high-level problem solving, decision-making, and collaborative skills.
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership - Transformational Leadership
This fully online Doctorate degree program develops transformational leaders inside and outside the education sector. This three year accredited Ed.D. program consists of courses eight weeks in length, limited to a cohort of 15 candidates to maintain program quality. A virtual residency component makes Concordia’s Ed.D. program one of the nation’s first to extend the benefits of an online curriculum to the residency portion of doctoral education programs. Students in this program gain the leadership and administration skills to bring immediate and long-term transformation in schools, church, academic, corporate and non-profit organizations.
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership - Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transformation
This fully online Doctorate of Education program develops transformational leaders inside and outside the education sector. The Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transformation Ed.D. specialization is ideal for candidates from academic, governmental, community, nonprofit, religious, and other fields who want to further enhance their organizational management skills through high-level problem solving, decision-making, and collaborative skills. Students will be able to select from a wide array of relevant, leadership-focused specialization courses. This doctoral program consists of courses eight weeks in length, features a virtual residency, and support throughout the program.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Adolescent Literacy
The M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Adolescent Literacy addresses the crisis in adolescent literacy in America’s 6th through 12th grade students. Nearly seven out of every ten 8th graders are working below the proficient level in reading comprehension, and even high school students with average reading ability are unprepared for future workplace and postsecondary literacy demands. Through the completion of this concentration, educators will be prepared to lead the development and support of adolescent literacy in schools, school districts and in community-based settings.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - English Language Development
The M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: English Language Development is designed for teachers in the elementary, secondary and post-secondary settings who want to enhance their content knowledge and skills in language development and acquisition in order to increase student learning and understanding of the fundamental structure of language and communication. The development of English language proficiency with low language native English speakers is included in this course of study. An emphasis is placed on transformative teaching strategies and practices that address structural methods for teaching language. The integration of technology to enrich student learning in the elementary and secondary school core curriculum via academic language are included in this course of study.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - ESOL (K-Adult)
Learn best practices and excellence in English acquisition, develop expertise in a rapidly growing field of education, and become proficient in teaching English as a second language. Become an ELL Consultant, English Tutor, or an English Language Learners Program Director.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Career & Technical Education Leadership
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Common Core State Standards Instructional Leader
The M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction: Common Core State Standards Instructional Leader prepares K-12 educators to become leaders in implementing and understanding Common Core State Standards (CCSS).
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Early Childhood Education
This strand is designed for those who have a strong passion for teaching young children, ages birth through age 8, and who believe that children learn best through active, hands-on learning. Candidates will explore current trends and research, design developmentally-appropriate curriculum, and develop skills in advocating for young children.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - eLearning/Technology Education
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Environmental Education
Lead the development of environmental literacy – how daily choices help or harm the environment – in your school and community while expanding environmental education beyond the classroom. Become a K-12 Environmental Education Program Director; Lead Teacher for Environmental Issues; Educator, Environmental or Outdoor Center; Lobbyist; or a Lead Fund Raiser.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Equity, Ethics, and Justice
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Leadership
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Mathematics
Enhance your content knowledge and skills in mathematics in order to increase student learning and understanding of foundational mathematics concepts. Become a College Instructor, Consultant or Advisor, Program Director, Curriculum Director, Division or Department Chair, or a Lead Grant Writer.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Methods and Curriculum
Become an instructional leader who can support quality learning, reinforce excellent teaching in a variety of situations, and gain knowledge of instructional theory and best practices. Become a Director of Curriculum & Instruction, a Professional Development Leader in K12, or Assistant Chief Academic Officer.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Reading
Help struggling readers, become a successful literacy coach, and develop a practical approach to learning differences with proven results. Become a College Instructor in the Teaching of Reading, a Literacy Coach, Advisor for Reading Textbooks, or Reading Advisor to policymakers.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Science
Advance the depth of your science knowledge and skills to improve student outcomes, test results, and understanding of scientific information. Become a College Instructor, Consultant or Advisor, Program Director, Curriculum Director, Division or Department Chair, or a Lead Grant Writer.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Social Studies
The goal of the M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction: Social Studies is to develop a deep understanding of the integration of Social Studies curriculum and Project-Based Learning while stimulating the teaching of Social Studies professionals and encouraging students to engage in historical work that will demonstrate the power of critical thinking in a globalizing world.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
The Concordia University – Portland M.Ed. degree program in Curriculum & Instruction: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is designed for preK-12 teachers wanting to develop the enhanced skills, knowledge, practical application and leadership abilities to effectively teach science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) courses in preK-12 classes. Candidates in this STEM concentration will learn how to make the connection between transformative education practices and how to effectively convey the scientific principles of critical thinking, problem solving, and inquiry to their students. Concordia’s C&I-based STEM M.Ed. program prepares teachers to take a leadership role in student attainment of state and national testing goals and standards.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Teacher Leadership
An educational leader positively impacts the educational community as a professional facilitator of school culture, including professional development and system-wide innovation. Concordia University’s M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction in Teacher Leadership is the degree for teachers who want to step up their career plans and make a difference in planning and policy. A Master’s in Teacher Leadership provides the skills and experience for educational leaders to positively impact the educational community as a professional facilitator of school culture, including professional development and system-wide innovation.
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - The Inclusive Classroom (Special Education)
Gain the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively with students with disabilities mainstreamed or fully included in general education classrooms. Become a K-12 General Education Inclusion Teacher, College Instructor, Consultant or Advisor, Coach/Mentor, or State Advisor.
M.Ed. in Special Education
The Concordia University-Portland M.Ed. in Special Education (Non-Endorsement) degree program is designed for K-12 teachers who seek specialization in the education of students with mild to significant cross-categorical disabilities. This non-endorsement Special Education M.Ed. program requires 30 credit hours to complete and provides a practical, research- and evidenced-based course of study based on the latest theories and practices associated with educating special needs students.
M.Ed. in Special Education OR/WA Endorsement (Early Childhood/Elementary)
The Concordia Special Education M.Ed. program prepares educators to teach the full continuum of students with disabilities (students with Mild to Moderate and Moderate to Severe Disabilities). This program provides candidates with the knowledge and skills to promote, advocate and support learning to ensure equitable access to the general education curriculum and positively impact quality of life outcomes for students across the full range of disabilities.
M.Ed. in Special Education OR/WA Endorsement (Middle Level/High School)
The Concordia Special Education M.Ed. program prepares educators to teach the full continuum of students with disabilities (students with Mild to Moderate and Moderate to Severe Disabilities). This program provides candidates with the knowledge and skills to promote, advocate and support learning to ensure equitable access to the general education curriculum and positively impact quality of life outcomes for students across the full range of disabilities.
Ed.D. in Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transformation
This fully online Doctorate of Education program develops transformational leaders inside and outside the education sector. The Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transformation Ed.D. specialization is ideal for candidates from academic, governmental, community, nonprofit, religious, and other fields who want to further enhance their organizational management skills through high-level problem solving, decision-making, and collaborative skills. Students will be able to select from a wide array of relevant, leadership-focused specialization courses. This doctoral program consists of courses eight weeks in length, features a virtual residency, and support throughout the program.
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