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EdM in Early Childhood Education at Boston University

Boston University, United States

Programme overview

Programme preparing teachers for early childhood education (PreK-2), covering curriculum design, observation and assessment, family partnership and inclusion of children with special needs, with an emphasis on equity in diverse communities.

Faculty: Wheelock College of Education & Human Development  |  Duration: 34 to 48 units depending on pathway  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

Licensure pathway (48 units) includes Role of Play, Integrated Curriculum, STEM and Inquiry-Based Learning, Child Development, Reading Development, Early Childhood Special Education, Teaching English Language Learners and PreK/K (200 hours) and Primary (300 hours) practica.

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Entry requirements

Wheelock graduate programmes (Master's and CAGS): GRE and MTEL scores are not required. Two letters of recommendation, a statement of qualifications and objectives (about two double-spaced pages), an equity and inclusion statement (up to two pages), a resume/CV and transcripts from all institutions attended are required; the bachelor's degree must be conferred before the programme begins. English proficiency for applicants without a waiver: Duolingo 130, IELTS 7.0 overall or TOEFL 100 overall. Application fee $95. Streamlined licensure pathway: a degree in early childhood or elementary education and at least one practicum with children aged 3-8 meeting Massachusetts DESE requirements.

Requirements published at faculty level.

Duration: 34 to 48 units depending on pathway

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