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Master of Education (MEd), Professional Pathway

Loyola University Maryland’s M.Ed. program in Montessori Education is designed to revolutionize your career. 

This fully online 33-credit Professional pathway emphasizes a comprehensive blend of Montessori philosophy and innovative teaching methodologies focused on our core principles of inclusive practices and equity-based leadership. It includes a semester-long practicum tailored to your area of expertise and is globally accessible, ensuring a relevant and impactful educational experience.

Program Overview

  • Credits: 33
  • Delivery: 100% Online Instruction
  • Next Admission Term: Fall 2024
  • Class Duration: 8 weeks
  • Format: Full-time or Part-time
  • Time of Completion: 1-2 years
  • Tuition Information

Coursework can be completed in as little as one year for students who begin in the summer. All instruction is delivered in a convenient online asynchronous format designed for working professionals.

While the Montessori program does not currently offer scholarships, we encourage you to reach out to us for information on opportunities within the broader Montessori community.

There are various organizations who may have the ability to provide scholarships to support your educational journey with the Montessori master's program.

Graduates of this program have entered the following fields:

  • Classroom Educators
  • Teacher Coaches and Mentors
  • Curriculum Development Specialists
  • School Leadership
  • Advocacy and Policy
  • Consultants and Trainers
  • Higher Education

Academic Excellence

The Center for Montessori Education’s learning aims and outcomes reflect a commitment to excellence in Montessori education. Throughout the program, graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to discern inclusive and innovative teaching practices, critically analyze diverse perspectives, and engage in collaborative strategies. 

Community Engagement

Loyola’s Jesuit philosophy is grounded in the importance of service to one’s community. Our graduate program curriculum reflects Dr. Montessori’s commitment to collaborative strategies that encourage a supportive and inclusive learning environment that extends beyond the classroom. 

The M.Ed. in Montessori Education offers students across the globe an opportunity to collaborate and create their own pathway towards an updated model of education that meets today’s Child where they are. 

Students have up to five years to complete the degree. Please see the Time Limit policy in the Graduate Catalogue for more details.

View Curriculum Sequence

  • All M.Ed. Montessori Education students will take 18 Core credits and 15 Concentration Pedagogy credits.
  • Students will take all courses in a convenient asynchronous online format, but will need access to a professional environment for MO667 (Advanced Capstone Practicum). 
  • Most courses run in 8-week session formats throughout Fall, Spring and Summer.  
Program Core (18 credits)

 

SE 761 Introduction to Special Education
MO 668 Leadership Principles in Montessori Education
MO 664 Inclusive Principles of Pedagogy
MO 665 Creating Equitable Montessori Classrooms
MO 667 Advanced Capstone Practicum

 

Professional Concentration (15 credits)
MO 638 Child Growth and Development
MO 629 Principles of Primary Education
MO 658 Cosmic Education and Principles of Elementary Education
MO 660 Principles of Adolescent Education
MO 663 Constructivist Education Methodologies

 

 

Bringing about Change

 

The Master's degree in Montessori Education at Loyola has provided me with a dedicated space to channel, devote, and flourish in my Montessori journey alongside like-minded educators with diverse experiences. It serves as a platform for discovering unexplored facets of Montessori education that present opportunities for growth and impact.
The biggest takeaway from my experience at Loyola University was being immersed with individuals who had completed their training at various age levels. Not only did Loyola open the doors to further my educational journey with a class focused on researching for a dissertation, but it also opened my eyes to furthering my career by getting trained with additional age levels. The class I am most thankful for has been the course on Special Needs, and am constantly implementing the skills, techniques and thought processes I learned during this course.
I was proud to be a part of the inaugural online M.Ed. program at Loyola University Maryland. I chose the program because it offered me a way to expand on my previous work in Montessori education while earning an advanced degree. The course work furthered my knowledge of educational research, refreshed my understanding of Montessori theory, and provided me with both practical and pedagogical know-how that assists me in my daily work with Montessori educators.
[This program] has given me more experience and confidence in my practice as a professional. It gave me tools to do more research and to engage other professionals at a higher level of conversation. It also served as a networking base since I met so many bright and committed people.
I feel as though Montessori Education at Loyola University Maryland has given me all the tools I need to be a successful Montessori guide. The professors have been such a great influence on my education, and I could not ask for anything better!

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