Master of Education
The Graduate Program in Education offers you the opportunity to take your life and career to the next level. Outstanding faculty members offer personal mentoring and insightful instruction drawn from their years of experience as teachers, reading specialists, principals, researchers, consultants and district superintendents. They are also people of deep faith who embrace teaching as a calling. When you obtain your Master of Education at Evangel, the effect is transformative. You will find yourself capable of doing things you never thought you could do and serving in ways you never thought you could serve.
Evangel offers the following Master of Education Degrees
| Program | Daytime Courses | Evening Courses | Online Courses | Starting Semester | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts in Teaching | Summer Only | Yes | No | Any | 35 - 36 |
| Master of Education in Educational Leadership | Summer Only | Yes | No | Any | 38 |
| Master of Education in Reading | Summer Only | Yes | No | Any | 35-38 |
| Master of Education in Secondary Teaching | Yes | Yes | No | Any | 38-40 |
Master of Arts in Teaching
The Master of Arts in Teaching is designed for a teacher of any level whose career goal is to remain in the classroom as a master teacher. The program provides a unique opportunity to integrate study, research and practical experience that empowers graduates to become master teachers and enables them to mold and nurture students.
Master of Education in Education Leadership
The Master of Education in Educational Leadership program prepares graduates for educational leadership positions at the school, district, state and national levels. Graduates will demonstrate conceptual, organizational, political, social, managerial, interpersonal and technical skills essential for successful school administrators. The program meets Missouri curriculum requirements for elementary, middle and secondary principal certification. In order to be eligible for principal certification in Missouri, students must have a Missouri teaching certificate or an undergraduate degree from a state-approved teacher-preparation program, have taught for 2 years and must also pass the SLLA exam.
Master of Education in Reading
The Master of Education in Reading program is designed to prepare educational leaders in the field of reading as teachers, clinicians, supervisors, directors and coordinators of reading programs. Coursework enables students to explore trends and issues in instruction and assessment and to develop effective methods and strategies for reading instruction.
Master of Education in Secondary Teaching
The Master of Education in Secondary Teaching is designed for those who have completed a bachelor’s degree in a field other than education but now desire to use their expertise in the teaching profession. This track will allow students to achieve a secondary Missouri state teaching certificate in their bachelor’s subject area (must be in a field that Evangel offers secondary certification) while completing the Master of Education degree.
Unique Program Features
The unique design of the education program allows you to complete your Master's degree at times and places convenient for you. Unique features include:
- Evening classes during fall and spring semesters
- Summer block sessions
- Thesis or project option
Educators may earn a Master's degree in one or two years, while continuing to teach full time. The summer block schedule provides an accelerated program option. Students may complete 5-9 hours in the fall and spring semesters at Evangel, and attend two four-week summer blocks. Program flexibility also allows students to complete the program at a slower pace by enrolling in fewer hours during the school year and /or summer blocks. The choice is yours!
Faculty
Evangel's world-class education faculty includes Christian scholars, authors, and experienced district administrators uniquely qualified to provide mentoring relationships to graduate students. We strive to keep the faculty/student ratio to no larger than 12:1.
- Dr. Matt Stringer, program coordinator
- Dr. Bud Greve, education leadership
- Dr. Joan Cargnel
- Dr. Becky Huechteman, reading
- Dr. Fred Drake, secondary teaching
Full-time education faculty are selected as members of the graduate faculty based on the following criteria:
- Hold an earned doctorate in the field of education
- Demonstrate excellence in classroom teaching on both pre- and post-secondary levels
- Exhibit current knowledge of teaching trends and Missouri certification requirements
- Nominated by the department chair and approved by the director of graduate studies and the vice president for academic affairs