{"id":2307,"date":"2025-10-01T09:49:06","date_gmt":"2025-10-01T14:49:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/?page_id=2307"},"modified":"2026-04-09T15:56:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T20:56:38","slug":"multi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/multi\/","title":{"rendered":"Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Multiple Exceptionalities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"320\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-3168\" alt=\"Three M.Ed. graduates after graduation\" src=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2026\/04\/Untitled-design-2-1024x320.png\" style=\"object-position:51% 44%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"51% 44%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2026\/04\/Untitled-design-2-1024x320.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2026\/04\/Untitled-design-2-300x94.png 300w, https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2026\/04\/Untitled-design-2-768x240.png 768w, https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2026\/04\/Untitled-design-2-1536x480.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2026\/04\/Untitled-design-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-10 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:36px\"><strong>Prepare to Lead in Inclusive and Gifted Education<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Multiple Exceptionalities at The W is designed for teachers who want advanced preparation to serve both gifted learners and students with special needs. This unique program equips educators to design inclusive classrooms, differentiate instruction, and lead in schools and districts where expertise in exceptional education is in high demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The program can be completed fully online in as few as four semesters, making it flexible for working professionals. Coursework combines special education and gifted education content, providing dual expertise that enhances teaching, leadership, and career opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:chodges@muw.edu\" style=\"color:#174074\"><strong>Request Information<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bulletin.muw.edu\/index.php?catoid=53\" style=\"color:#174074\"><strong>Graduate Bulletin<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/graduate\/apply\" style=\"color:#174074\"><strong>Apply to The W<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\"><strong>Why Choose an M.Ed. Program at The W?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Elevates your Mississippi license to <strong>Class AA<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Specialized focus on both gifted and special education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Fully online for maximum flexibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Affordable tuition and supportive advising<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Preparation for leadership roles in inclusive education<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\"><strong>Admissions Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Official transcripts from all institutions attended<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">At least 2.75\/4.0 GPA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">3 references for letters of recommendation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Statement of Purpose essay<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\"><strong>Career Outcomes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Graduates of the M.Ed. in Multiple Exceptionalities are prepared for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Classroom Teaching<\/strong>: Licensed P\u201312 teacher with endorsements in Gifted and Special Education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Instructional Leadership<\/strong>: Roles as lead teachers, instructional coaches, or program coordinators.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Program Development<\/strong>: Creating or leading inclusive and gifted programs at the school or district level.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Further Study<\/strong>: Doctoral programs in education, leadership, or exceptionalities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\"><strong>The W Difference<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The W offers one of the only programs in Mississippi that combines both gifted and special education preparation into a single degree. Graduates gain the skills to meet the needs of all learners while advancing their own careers as highly qualified specialists and leaders in inclusive education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\"><strong>Plan of Study<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Courses Required for Degree Completion (30 credit hours)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 500 Educational Research<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 516 Understanding Gifted Populations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 517 Methods, Materials, &amp; Resources for Teaching the Gifted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 530 Affective &amp; Social Needs of the Gifted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 538 Diversity &amp; Inclusion in the Educational Setting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 548 Teaching in the Inclusion Classroom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 554 Exceptional Learners &amp; Behavior Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 555 Ethical &amp; Legal Practices in Special Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 592 Capstone in Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 595 Program Development &amp; Evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Zero-Credit Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 590 M.Ed. Graduate Portfolio<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">ED 591 M.Ed. Graduate Comprehensive Exam<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\"><strong>Contact Us<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Have questions about admissions or endorsements? Connect with our M.Ed. Coordinator, Dr. Chrystal Hodges, for step-by-step guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons has-custom-font-size has-medium-font-size is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:chodges@muw.edu\" style=\"color:#174074\"><strong>Connect With Us<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prepare to Lead in Inclusive and Gifted Education The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Multiple Exceptionalities at The W is designed for teachers who want advanced preparation to serve both [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":48,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2307","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2307","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/48"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2307"}],"version-history":[{"count":18,"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2307\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3532,"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2307\/revisions\/3532"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2307"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}