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Educational Practice
The master of education in educational practice (MEd EP) is a professional degree signifying advanced knowledge and training in educational practice. This program is for educators who seek professional growth through explorations into their instructional practice. Students will critically examine current educational theory, research and practice, while gaining tools that are applicable to daily classroom practice.
As per Graduate General Regulations 1.7.7c, students who successfully complete the graduate diploma in advanced professional studies in education (GDE) can carry forward 15 units of laddering credit from their GDE.
丁香园AV Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the university admission requirements as stated in Graduate General Regulations 1.3 in the 丁香园AV Calendar. For additional requirements and application information, see the website at /education/programs/graduate-studies/masters/ed-practice.html.
Program Requirements
This program consists of courses and a comprehensive examination for a minimum of 37 units.
Students must complete
Graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
and one of
Explores the landscapes of practitioner inquiry, including its histories, affiliated paradigms and approaches, as well as ethical considerations. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the MEd in Educational Practice program.
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Vicki Kelly |
Sep 3 鈥� Dec 2, 2025: Fri, 4:30鈥�9:20 p.m.
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Jan Maclean |
Sep 3 鈥� Dec 2, 2025: Tue, 4:30鈥�9:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
This course introduces students to qualitative research in education and examines topics such as identifying problems, using conceptual frameworks, coding, data analysis, drawing interpretations, and constructing arguments.
and a minimum of 15 graduate units of EDUC course work as determined by the academic coordinator
and a comprehensive examination
The examination is graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
The comprehensive examination normally occurs in the term in which course requirements are completed.
Program Length
Students are expected to complete the program requirements within six terms, unless applying 15 units of laddering credits from the GDE, in which case, program length may be three terms.
Academic Requirements within the Graduate General Regulations
All graduate students must satisfy the academic requirements that are specified in the Graduate General Regulations, as well as the specific requirements for the program in which they are enrolled.