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The M.Ed syllabus gives deep knowledge and skills in education field. The structure is a mix of core subjects, electives and also practical subjects. 

M.Ed Syllabus Semester Wise

Candidates can see the table below:  

M Ed Syllabus - Semester 1

Educational Psychology

Historical and Political Perspectives of Education

Methodology of Educational Research & Educational Statistics

Educational Studies

Information and Communication Technology in Education

Human Rights and Education

M Ed Subjects - Semester 2

Sociological Foundations of Education

Philosophical Foundations of Education

Curriculum Studies in Education

Teacher Education in Indian and Global Perspectives

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M Ed Subjects - Semester 3

In-Service Teacher Education in India

Advanced Methods in Educational Research

Comparative Education

Elementary Education in India: 

Aspects, Planning & Management at  Secondary & Senior Secondary level.

Internship in School

M Ed Syllabus - Semester 4

Advanced Curriculum Theory 

Environmental Education

Policy, Planning, and Financing of  Education

Education Policy, Planning, and  Financing of Education 

Issues, Planning, and Policies of  Elementary Education

Dissertation

List of Subjects in M.Ed

Candidates can see the list of core and elective subjects below: 

Core Subjects

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M.Ed Subject Name

M.Ed Subjects Details

Educational Psychology Understanding education through a psychological perspective.
Educational Studies Methods and importance of educational studies.
Methodology of Educational Research & Educational Statistics Basic concepts of research methodology and its application in education.
Historical and Political Perspectives of Education How education developed in India before and after independence.
Information and Communication Technology in Education The role and contribution of ICT in education.
Human Rights and Education The right to education.
Philosophical Foundations of Education Philosophical techniques used to educate students.
Curriculum Studies in Education The importance of curriculum in the field of education.
Teacher Education in Indian and Global Perspectives The development of teacher education in India and around the world.
Sociological Foundations of Education The social nature of education and other sociological perspectives.
Advanced Methods in Educational Research The relevance of elementary education.
Comparative Education Introduction to qualitative and quantitative research along with their applications in the field of study.
In-Service Teacher Education in India How to train in-service teachers.

Elective Subjects

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M.Ed Subject Name

M.Ed Subject Details

Inclusive Education The meaning and significance of inclusive education.
Elementary Education The fundamentals of elementary education and ways of managing it.
Guidance and Counselling The ways and methods to guide and counsel students.
Teacher Education The value of teacher education and related concepts.
Gender Studies The significance of gender studies and its role in education.
Planning, Management, and Financing of Education The importance of planning, management, and financing in education.
Distance Education and Open Learning Meaning and scope of distance education.
Educational Technology and ICT Latest developments and technologies introduced in the educational sector.
Advanced Curriculum Theory Theories related to advanced curriculum.
Curriculum Studies Studies related to designing the curriculum.

MEd Specialisations

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Specialisation Specialisation Subjects Subject Details
Elementary level Specialisation

Introduction to teaching

The nature of teaching, characteristics, principles, functions, and associated concepts.
Reflective Teaching-Conceptual Analysis Classroom teaching and demographic process, Gibbs, Schon, Kolb, and other reflective models.
Innovative Practices - An Introduction Meaning, significance, principles, and characteristics of innovative practices.
Innovative Teaching Practices Models of innovative teaching, simulation, blended learning, and other advanced teaching practices.
Concept and scope of life skills Understanding life skills education and its importance.
Cognitive Skills Development Meaning, types, and significance of cognitive skills.
Development of other psycho-social skills The role of psycho-social skills in education.
Development of coping skills Meaning, need, and types of coping skills.
Secondary Level Specialisation
Concepts and Terms in Educational Planning The relationship between education and economic development, characteristics of human capital, etc.
Fundamentals of educational planning The differences between planning and policies, strategic and operational planning, and connected concepts.
Major Approaches to Educational Planning Social demand, rate of returns, and other types of educational planning approach.
Role of different agencies in Educational Planning The role of HRD, UGC, NGC, and other government agencies in planning education.
Theories of teaching Objectives and characteristics of teaching and related theories.
Models of Teaching Historical and modern teaching models.
Teaching Strategies Brainstorming teaching strategies, questions and answer strategies, etc.
Organisation of teaching and evaluation Meaning of teaching tactics, evaluation, teaching techniques, and related concepts.

Books and Authors related to M.Ed

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Book Title

Author/Publication

Description of the book

Guidance & Counselling - Part 2

Parth Publishers

It contains important insights on how to guide and counsel students of different age groups, backgrounds, and gender.

Educational Technology - 2

Parth Publishers

It talks about different communication modes related to learning and teaching.

Teacher Education - 2

Parth Publishers

It throws light on the history of education in India and research carried out in educational development.

Philosophy of Education

Parth Publishers

It explains the scope of philosophy in education and how to resolve the philosophical issues associated with education.

Childhood and growing up

M. Kalaivani

The influence of society, background, and various other things on childhood and education are explained in this book.

Curriculum Design and Development

Dr. B. Jayashree Rani

It deals with the need to design a concrete curriculum in educational development.

Planning and Administration of Elementary Education

S. Krithika and M. Kalaivani

How to manage elementary education and how important it is for children is spoken about in depth.

Recent Educational Development - Volume 1

Aggarwal, J. C

The latest developments in the field of education and their relevance are discussed in this book.

Crucial Problems in Indian Education

Mathur, V. S.

The problems faced by teachers and students in India and ways to tackle them have been spoken about in this book.

Advanced Education Research and Statistics

Dr. C. Thanapathi

Research carried out in the field of education in the pre and post-independence era is explained in this book.

M.Ed Syllabus in Best Colleges

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M.ED Colleges in India

M ED Syllabus PDFs

Sri Sai B.Ed. College Sri Sai B.Ed. College M.Ed. Syllabus
Alagappa University Alagappa University M.Ed. Syllabus
Bodoland University Bodoland University M.Ed. Syllabus
MIT-WPU MIT-WPU M.Ed. Syllabus
Teerthanker Mahaveer University Teerthanker Mahaveer University M.Ed. Syllabus
Banaras Hindu University Banaras Hindu University M.Ed. Syllabus
Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh Muslim University M.Ed. Syllabus
Utkal University Utkal University M.Ed. Syllabus
Panjab University Panjab University M.Ed. Syllabus
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) M.Ed. Syllabus

Distance M.Ed. Syllabus

Syllabus for M.Ed distance courses is similar to regular courses. Popular colleges for Distance MEd are:

  • IGNOU

  • Acharya Nagarjuna University

  • Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University

  • MP Bhoj Open University

Top Colleges for Distance M.Ed

Listed below are the top colleges for Distance M.Ed degrees in India:

Top M.Ed Distance Colleges  Average Fees
Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) INR 85,000
Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU) INR 11,050
International Centre For Distance Education And Open Learning INR 19,800
Vidya Correspondence College INR 90,000
Geetanjali Institute INR 90,000
Sri Balaji Correspondence College INR 90,000
Aaruhi Institute INR 90,000
Govind Academy INR 75,000
Think Education INR 1.1 Lakh

Note- This information is sourced from the official website/counseling body and may vary.

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MIT School of Education and Research offers MA in Education for two-years at the PG level. This course is equivalent to M.Ed. The only difference is that MA in Education can be done after any bachelor's degree. Aspirants need to pass B.Ed to apply for M.Ed.

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Kashmir University M.Ed fees is INR 10,000 - INR 13,800. Kashmir University fee structure includes many components. The total fees may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

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