Master of Education (M.Ed.) in
Diverse and Equitable Instruction (DEI)
Program Highlights & Benefits
Fully online format
Eight-week courses
Cross-disciplinary content
MTEL scores are not required
For:
The M.Ed. in Diverse and Equitable Instruction is designed for individuals who want to deepen their understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in educational and professional contexts. This interdisciplinary program supports both licensed educators and professionals working outside of traditional K-12 settings.
What You’ll Learn:
The M.Ed. program with a concentration in DEI gives educators across multiple settings an opportunity to develop more self-awareness and a deeper understanding of the current research and best practices for diverse and equitable instruction inclusive of all learners. Individuals explore multiple perspectives and frameworks that will provide the with a comprehensive background in the critical aspects of DEI. Graduates will have the ability to:
- Design and implement culturally responsive emotional practices that respect and celebrate diversity and inclusion
- Understand the principles of neurodiversity and assess and support neurodiverse learners through tailored educational strategies.
- Integrate SEL principles into their teaching, fostering students’ emotional well-being and social skills alongside academic achievement.
- Advocate for social justice within educational settings, using their knowledge of equity, ethics and educational law to challenge systemic inequalities.
- Lead initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in schools, influencing policies and practices to create more equitable educational systems.
This is a non-licensure track; however, Massachusetts teachers with an initial license can use the 12-credit option form to obtain pre-approval from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to apply coursework from this program to a professional license. The decision to use credit from this program is a decision made by the DESE’s Licensure Office.
How You’ll Learn:
In Curry College’s M.Ed. programs, you benefit from our cohort learning model, which allows you to nurture lifelong friendships and forge meaningful professional connections. As you complete your degree program with the same tight-knit group of peers, flexible online classes enable you to work and learn at the same time.
Career Outcomes:
Teachers aren’t the only individuals who can benefit from a DEI-focused M.Ed. program. Those in public and private education, human resources, training, youth services, and non-profits and further their careers or bolster their professional development. Graduates may take on leadership positions where they spearhead efforts to integrate equity and inclusion into educational practices, policies and environments.
Degree Requirements:
| Course | Title | Hours |
| MED 6470 | Human Development, Diversity, and Learning | 3 |
| MED 6471 | Culturally Responsive Educational Practices | 3 |
| MED 6472 | Neurodiversity and Neuroeducational Assessments | 3 |
| MED 6473 | Inclusive Literacy and Communication Models | 3 |
| MED 6474 | Fundamentals of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) | 3 |
| MED 6475 | Diverse Perspectives in Mathematics | 3 |
| MED 6476 | Equity, Ethics and Educational Law | 3 |
| MED 6477 | Social Justice and Educational Advocacy | 3 |
| MED 6478 | Educational Research | 3 |
| MED 6479 | Thesis Advising | 1 |
| MED 6480 | Capstone Seminar Thesis | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 31 |
Students Interested in earning a Certificate in Diverse and Equitable Instruction can do so by completing any four DEI courses within two academic years.
Please Note:
This is not an official course schedule. Program and course requirements are subject to change to comply with College and DESE requirements and policies.
