MA/MEd Elementary Education

Course Overview DePaul's Elementary Education degree prepares you to become a certified teacher for grades 1-6 through a robust combination of academic theory and extensive real-world classroom experience. The program emphasizes effective teaching practices for diverse educational settings, including both urban and suburban public and private schools. Your journey culminates in a student teaching placement and is enriched by the requirement to complete an additional academic minor. Key Program Highlights Extensive field experiences with observation and participation in multiple schools Preparation for teaching in diverse urban and suburban environments A strong foundation in educational theory and effective teaching practices Capstone student teaching semester for hands-on experience Completion of a DePaul minor to enhance content area expertise