As teachers, we have an intrinsic motivation and appreciation around continuing our education.  We are also encouraged by our employer – the school district – to continually take courses and earn higher degrees in education so that we can maintain a modern perspective on teaching.  But let’s not forget one of our greatest motivations – increased pay. For example, moving from a Bachelor in Education to a Master in Education can, in some states, result in an increase of between $5,000 and $10,000 per year.  That’s a very compelling number, especially in the field of teaching, where salaries tend to be extremely low compared to other industries.

If you’re a current teacher, ready to take the next step and earn your graduate degree, you’ll want to find a program that allows you to continue working.  That leaves two options:  night classes or an online program. If you’re looking for a classroom environment and dedicated class times, finding a local program will be a good choice for you. If you are disciplined enough to learn and complete assignments with less direction and do not mind the lack of face-to-face interaction, you may want to consider earning your Master in Education online.

Distance learning Master’s in Education programs can be the same or even greater quality than physical campus programs.  They allow more flexibility in when you do your work.  They attempt to compensate for the lack of a classroom by encouraging students to communicate through online forums.  And, they can be completed in the same amount of time as traditional program.

View a list of online teaching degrees to find the program that best suits your needs.

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