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With FlexPath, you can earn your Master of Education in 12 months and under $10,000.*
*Based on the fastest 10% of students. Your program length and cost will vary by transfer credits, the per-session cost, and how quickly you complete courses. Books, supplies, and other fees apply.
Classes Start October 7th
Ready to get started? We’re ready for you. Chat with an enrollment counselor or apply now to take the first step on the journey toward your future.
$50 application fee (waived w/promo SUMMER)
MEd—program highlights
Focused assignments & projects
You’ll develop artifacts and solutions in your coursework that you can apply in the classroom right away.
Transfer credits that work for you
You may be able to apply previous graduate coursework toward more than 40% of your Capella master’s program.
Flexible
To meet the needs of your busy life, we offer two
competency-based online learning formats—GuidedPath and FlexPath.
Credit for what you know
Apply the skills and knowledge you already have in your coursework to advance in your program.
Diversity building
Discover how you can cultivate diversity to meet students’ needs with
curriculum, instruction, and assessment strategies.
Standards for educational excellence
Adopt the latest teaching and learning approaches based on external standards, including the Teacher Leadership Exploratory Consortium’s Teacher Leader Model Standards.
Get the support you need for success
Our dedicated faculty and support teams guide and advise you through every step of your educational journey.
Enrollment counselors
These experts will set you up for success. They’ll help you find the right degree and program, and answer all your questions about Capella.
Advisors
Advisors know the details of your program. Got questions about courses? Instructors? Resources? Advisors have answers.
Writing support
Sharpen your writing skills with our free tutoring services and other resources.
Cost & learning formats
Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who
want it. We'll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
$11,830–$20,930*
MAX TRANSFER CREDITS–TYPICAL TRANSFER CREDITS
$455 per credit,
46 total quarter credits,
20 max transfer credits
Our self-paced learning format lets you take courses at your own
speed, moving onto the next course when you're ready.
- Take unlimited courses (up to two at a time) per 12-week billing session
- 2 Capella quarter credits = 1 program point
- Set your own deadlines, no courseroom discussions
- Pay a flat tuition fee per session*
$7,200–$19,200*
ACCELERATED PACE–TYPICAL PACE
$2,400 per 12-week billing session,
23 total program points,
10 max transfer points
This program has not yet been evaluated by the Minnesota State
Approving Agency and is therefore not currently eligible for VA
benefits.
*This is only an estimate, using general program
pricing. Your price may be higher or lower depending on
your specialization, transfer credits, tuition discounts, and (in
FlexPath) the speed at which you move through the program. Fees,
including application fees and resource kits, are not included in
this estimate. The GuidedPath prices show the tuition you would pay
if you brought in the average number of transfer credits or the
maximum allowed transfer credits. The FlexPath prices show the
tuition you would pay if you brought in an average number of
transfer credits and you moved at the speed of a typical FlexPath
student or as quickly as the fastest FlexPath students (90th
percentile). New or recently revised programs base their estimate on
comparable programs. Military Tuition Assistance (TA) is not
available for FlexPath.
Get the details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
Accredited & recognized
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Ways to save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable—there are more ways to save than you might think.
Grants
There are a variety of need-based federal grants available to help pay for tuition and costs.
Reduce your tuition with $3K
Enroll in your master's degree, apply for the $3K scholarship, and meet eligibility requirements.
MEd sample courses
Our online Master of Education program focuses on curriculum and assessment innovations, teaching methods, technology integration, and cultural competencies—all of which can be applied to the classroom every day.
| ED5301 |
Theories of Instruction for 21st-Century Learners
Learners in this course analyze theories and research of
instructional models to design and deliver content-specific
instruction. Learners incorporate knowledge of cultural models,
educational technology, and personalized learning to meet the needs of
diverse learners. |
4 quarter credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDT5140 |
Personalized Learning: Instruction and Assessment
This course focuses on personalizing instruction in a blended
environment to leverage student engagement, motivation, and
achievement. Learners evaluate the application of connectivism,
constructivist instructional design, problem-based/projectbased
learning, and Understanding by Design as well as research-based
strategies intended to increase personalization and collaboration in
the classroom. Finally, learners evaluate and design formative and
summative assessments and analyze the data gathered from these
assessments to guide improvement in personalized learning.
This course requires access to an educational setting, students
or learners, and/or classroom practitioners.
|
4 quarter credits |
| EDT5125 |
Integrating Technology to Enhance Learning
In this course, learners investigate the ways in which teachers
integrate technology to create personalized learning opportunities
that engage, motivate, and empower students. Learners analyze
educational theories and strategies that support personalized
instruction. Learners also evaluate a variety of educational
technology tools that support the personalization of instruction
through effective digital integration to increase student achievement
and engagement. In order to meet the diverse needs of all students,
learners will plan and implement personalized instruction in their own
learning environment.
This course requires access to an educational setting, students
or learners, and/or classroom practitioners.
|
4 quarter credits |
| ED5100 |
21st-Century Instruction
Learners in this course investigate the use of instructional
technology tools in K–12 classrooms, and examine the Technological
Pedagogical Content Knowledge model, Marzano’s Teacher Evaluation
model, and Shulman’s model of Pedagogical Reasoning and Action.
Learners consider all these structures to help them develop classroom
digital learning experiences that enhance teaching and learning.
Learners also apply the SAMR framework, Digital Bloom’s, and backward
design in planning for effective teaching with technology. |
2 quarter credits |
What you’ll learn
The right education can change everything. Discover your path to
improving outcomes in your classroom and school.
- Design effective curricula and instruction to meet standards-based requirements and goals.
- Develop multiple assessment strategies to measure student learning and communicate results at the school level.
- Meet the diverse needs of students with applicable theories and research-based models for instructional methods.
- Integrate educational technology tools and practices as part of your curriculum and assessment design.
- Leverage relevant learning, science, research, and theories to enhance your classroom experience.
- Encourage adoption of strategies that meet the age and developmental needs of a diverse population.
“For teachers looking into the FlexPath program, I would recommend it because of its self-paced nature and the opportunity to increase your experience—your own knowledge—at your own pace.”
Todd Boyer*
MEd, Teaching and Learning
*Actual Capella student who is compensated for appearing in Capella promotional materials.
Master of Education, Teaching and Learning career insights
6 Skills For Master Teachers
Check out six areas of focus to take your teaching to the next level.
MEd FlexPath: Your Degree Is In Reach
Find out three ways FlexPath can help you start your degree
today.
Completing an MEd with FlexPath: Laura’s Story
A K-12 educator shares how MEd FlexPath provided her the ultimate
flexibility and helped open doors in her career.
MEd—professional paths
Your education can help you reach your goals, professionally and
personally. Here are some of the jobs and employment settings to
explore with a Master of Education, Teaching and Learning.
Related job titles to explore*
- K-12 teacher
- K-12 lead teacher
- Instructional coach
- Teacher coach/mentor
- Instructional coordinator
- Education consultant
- Adjunct or part-time faculty of education courses
Related employment settings to explore
- K–12 public or private schools
- K–12 virtual or charter schools
- School district
- Government- local, state, federal
- Educational consulting firm
- Land-based or online college or university
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some
positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure,
certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because
many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella
cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a
promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you
to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
Three career paths to explore with an MEd in Teaching and Learning
While the education field offers a variety of career paths and focus areas, some of the more common paths include:
Provide guidance to students, parents, and schools regarding educational planning with a desired outcome of positively influencing student achievement.
Job titles to explore may include education consultant in a land-based or online college or university within a public or private institution.
Develop instructional materials and a school’s curriculum, coordinating its implementation with faculty and assessing its overall effectiveness.
Job titles to explore may include working as an instructional coordinator or teacher mentor in a K–12 public or private school or a land-based or online college or university within a public or private institution.
Integrate relevant learning science research into classrooms by working with teachers and other faculty to increase student engagement, improve student achievement, and boost teacher capacity in schools.
Job titles to explore may include working as an instructional coach in a K–12 public or private school or a land-based or online college or university within a public or private institution.
Multiple factors, including prior experience, geography, and degree field, affect career outcomes, and Capella does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, or other career growth.
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