Online Elementary Education Graduate Programs

Graduate Program Programs in Elementary Education (K-6) with an emphasis in Elementary Education are designed to boost students' skills in the field and move them ahead in their careers. Starting with foundational courses in Education and Elementary Education (K-6), most programs then move into a specialization in Elementary Education.

Pursuing an Online Degree

Online degrees are not for everybody. Many schools offer try before you buy programs to determine if an online degree is right for you? You can request free information from a school counselor.

If you are a good fit, online degrees provide the flexibility to take classes on your busy schedule and from the comfort of your own home. Even if you attend a campus-based institution of higher learning, many of them offer at least some of their curiculum online, so speak with a school counselor to find out more information.

Is Elementary Education right for me?

The master's in Elementary Teacher Education is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure. The guiding philosophy of the program is to provide the adult student, who already has a degree in a discipline other than education, with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to become a competent and effective educator. This program takes 1 to 2 years to complete.

Online Schools with Elementary Education (K 6): Elementary Education programs

Grand Canyon University

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M.Ed. in Elementary Education (Does NOT Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure)

Master of Education in Elementary Education (Does NOT Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure)

This current and comprehensive degree program is designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the Grades K-8 setting, but who must postpone student teaching, or who does not choose to seek a teaching certificate.

Courses in this state and regionally accredited program are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, and curriculum development.

The program covers a range of relevant subjects, including classroom engagement and management, learners with diverse needs, and curriculum planning and assessment for the fundamental K-8 areas of learning. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences.

Participants must have access to a K-8 classroom to complete the program assignments.

Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed and effective educators in the home, church, private schools, and other settings not requiring a teaching credential. Participants are also prepared to move into a student teaching/credentialing component with Grand Canyon University should they wish to change to the Eligible version of the program prior to the posting of their degree.

Prospective students must have completed a bachelor's degree program prior to enrolling.
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M.Ed. in Elementary Education (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)

Master of Education in Elementary Education (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)

This current and comprehensive degree program is designed for any individual interested in the education of children in Grades K-8, and who is seeking teacher certification.

Participants are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. In addition, participants should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and an academic advisor to obtain current information about teacher credentialing programs.

Courses in this state and regionally accredited program are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, and curriculum development. The program covers a range of relevant subjects, including classroom engagement and management, learners with diverse needs, and curriculum planning and assessment for the fundamental K-8 areas of learning. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within many of the courses guide students through over 130 hours of observational experiences, and the final semester of the program includes a full-time, 16-week student teaching component.

All courses are directly aligned with the Arizona Professional Teacher Standards and the Interstate New Teacher Support and Assessment Consortium Standards. Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed and effective K-8 educators in public and private schools and other settings requiring a teaching credential.

Prospective candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree program prior to enrolling.

Online Schools with Elementary Education (K 6) programs

Grand Canyon University

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M.Ed. in Elementary Education (Does NOT Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure)

Master of Education in Elementary Education (Does NOT Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure)

This current and comprehensive degree program is designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the Grades K-8 setting, but who must postpone student teaching, or who does not choose to seek a teaching certificate.

Courses in this state and regionally accredited program are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, and curriculum development.

The program covers a range of relevant subjects, including classroom engagement and management, learners with diverse needs, and curriculum planning and assessment for the fundamental K-8 areas of learning. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences.

Participants must have access to a K-8 classroom to complete the program assignments.

Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed and effective educators in the home, church, private schools, and other settings not requiring a teaching credential. Participants are also prepared to move into a student teaching/credentialing component with Grand Canyon University should they wish to change to the Eligible version of the program prior to the posting of their degree.

Prospective students must have completed a bachelor's degree program prior to enrolling.
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M.Ed. in Elementary Education (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)

Master of Education in Elementary Education (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)

This current and comprehensive degree program is designed for any individual interested in the education of children in Grades K-8, and who is seeking teacher certification.

Participants are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. In addition, participants should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and an academic advisor to obtain current information about teacher credentialing programs.

Courses in this state and regionally accredited program are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, and curriculum development. The program covers a range of relevant subjects, including classroom engagement and management, learners with diverse needs, and curriculum planning and assessment for the fundamental K-8 areas of learning. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within many of the courses guide students through over 130 hours of observational experiences, and the final semester of the program includes a full-time, 16-week student teaching component.

All courses are directly aligned with the Arizona Professional Teacher Standards and the Interstate New Teacher Support and Assessment Consortium Standards. Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed and effective K-8 educators in public and private schools and other settings requiring a teaching credential.

Prospective candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree program prior to enrolling.