Teaching and Learning (LEADMEd)

Admission Requirements

Applicants to the Master of Education in Teacher Leadership program must submit the following:

  • Online Graduate Application for Admission
  • Application fee (non-refundable)
  • Valid Kentucky Teaching Certificate or Statement of Eligibility for candidates outside Kentucky.
    • If you are certified in Kentucky, please indicate that on your application. You are not required to submit this documentation as we have access through the Education Professional Standards Board.
    • If you are certified in another state, please read the Out of State disclaimer below.
  • Two letters of recommendation – please list the email addresses for two recommenders in the online application. Recommenders will receive instructions and forms that they will complete online.
  • Signed code of ethics/technology statement – use Professional Code of Ethics and CEHD Technology Agreement form [PDF]. Please upload this document to your online application.
  • Current Resume
  • Professional Writing Requirements - please complete the following and upload with your application. Each essay should be double-spaced (Times New Roman 12 point font) and no more than three pages.

Essay #1

In what ways has your cultural heritage and background influenced the way you teach, and impacted your interactions with others who come from a different cultural background? Describe an example of an injustice or inequity that you witnessed, experienced, or became aware of during teaching - and your response at that time. Then, explain how you would respond if it occurred again. Finally, explain how you support respect for diversity in your classroom, and how you demonstrate a commitment to social justice and equity when teaching.

Essay #2

Please review the Professional Dispositions Rubric [PDF] and consider how you would evaluate your areas of strength as well as those for potential growth in each of the categories. In your essay, please identify three categories that you would rate yourself as "target" or "exemplary" and explain why. Then, identify one area for professional growth, and explain how you envision this program supporting your growth in this area.

  • GRE scores – if your cumulative GPA is below 2.75 or for more information, please contact our academic advisor at betty.hampton@louisville.edu regarding GRE minimum scores requirements.
  • Official transcripts for any undergraduate work (minimum GPA of 2.75 preferred) and any graduate work (minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred) 
     

    Please have transcripts sent to:
    Graduate School 
    University of Louisville 
    Louisville, KY 40292 

    For electronic transcripts, please have them sent to: gradadm@louisville.edu

Note: Meeting GRE score and/or GPA minimums does not guarantee admission to the program.

Out-of-State Students

Out-of-state prospects who have teacher certification should be advised that we cannot guarantee the program will meet licensure, salary, advancement or other requirements in their state. As part of the admission process, we will require a written statement confirming their interest in the program for personal development and they understand the program is designed to meet Kentucky certification requirements only. For more information, please contact our academic advisor at betty.hampton@louisville.edu

International Students 

Applicants who have attended a college or university outside of the United States are also required to submit an evaluation of their transcript through either WES (World Education Services) or ECE (Educational Credential Evaluators) and other NACES approved evaluators found here:  www.naces.org/members. Please note that transcript evaluations can sometimes take several weeks.

  • TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo – required of all foreign students from countries in which English is not the native language.
    • Students who hold a baccalaureate or advanced degree from an accredited institution in the U.S. are exempt from this requirement.

Enrollment Requirements

Upon admission to the program, students will be assigned a faculty advisor and will work collaboratively with that advisor to complete any additional requirements needed before enrolling.

Program Requirements 

Master of Education in Teaching and Learning

Academic Program Code(s): LEADMEDCON, LEDMEDCOO, LEADMEDELE, LEADMEDIEC, LEADMEDMID, LEADMEDSEC, LEADMEDSJE, LEADMEDSJO

Teaching and Learning - Level I
EDAP 637Using Assessment to Improve Student Achievement3
EDAP 638Instructional Strategies for Diverse Learners3
EDSP 639Education Research in P-12 Setting3
Mid-point Assessment
Successful completion of 15 credit hours; scored Target or better on Rubrics for Advanced Candidates including dispositions assessment, minimum GPA of 3.0.
Teaching and Learning - Level II
Concentration Courses 112-15
Elective0-3
Teaching and Learning - Level III
EDAP 677Developing Collaborative Groups: Facilitating, Coaching and Mentoring3
EDAP 681Teacher Leadership in Practice3
Minimum Total Hours30

Minimum of 15 credit hours in 600-level courses is required.

Transfer credit hours must be officially accepted by the advisor (maximum of six (6) credit hours); final acceptance is dependent upon receipt of official transcripts.

A maximum of nine (9) credit hours taken in non-degree status can be applied toward a master's degree (upon approval of advisor).

All courses must be completed within six years of admission to the program.

Exit Assessment
Successful completion of all required coursework; scored Target or better on Rubrics for Advanced Candidates including dispositions assessment; minimum 3.0 GPA with no grade lower than C.

Degree Candidacy
Students not enrolled during the semester in which they intend to graduate must register for degree candidacy as outlined in the Graduate Catalog.

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Concentration coursework is selected in consultation with the student's faculty advisor.


Master of Education in Teaching and Learning—Special Education

Academic Program Code(s): LEADMEDAUT, LEADMEDAUO, LEADMEDSPE, LEADMEDSPO

Teaching and Learning - Level I
EDSP 639Education Research in P-12 Setting3
EDSP 644Applied Behavior Analysis3
EDSP 669Single Case Research Methods and Designs3
Mid-point Assessment
Successful completion of 15 credit hours; scored Target or better on Rubrics for Advanced Candidates including dispositions assessment, minimum GPA of 3.0.
Teaching and Learning - Level II
Concentration Courses 115
Teaching and Learning - Level III
EDSP 652Academic and Behavior Response to Intervention3
EDSP 653Practicum in Applied Behavior Analysis3
or EDSP 687 Practicum/Action Research
Minimum Total Hours30

Minimum of 15 credit hours in 600-level courses is required.

Transfer credit hours must be officially accepted by the advisor (maximum of six (6) credit hours); final acceptance is dependent upon receipt of official transcripts.

A maximum of nine (9) credit hours taken in non-degree status can be applied toward a master's degree (upon approval of advisor).

All courses must be completed within six years of admission to the program.

Exit Assessment
Successful completion of all required coursework; scored Target or better on Rubrics for Advanced Candidates including dispositions assessment; minimum 3.0 GPA with no grade lower than C.

Degree Candidacy
Students not enrolled during the semester in which they intend to graduate must register for degree candidacy as outlined in the Graduate Catalog.

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Concentration coursework is selected in consultation with the student's faculty advisor.

Concentration Requirements

Concentrations in the MEd in Teaching and Learning consist of 12-15 credit hours of coursework selected in consultation with the student's faculty advisor.