Master
of Arts in Environmental Education
The Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College offers an 11-month graduate program that is designed for people who want to work as environmental educators with students of all ages in diverse settings. Your future may be in nature centers, outdoor education programs, nonprofit camps, state parks, federal agencies, municipal recreation programs, public and private schools, non-government environmental organizations, or as an independent contractor. The 1,189-acre outdoor classroom at Merry Lea provides a wonderful setting to work with our faculty whether you are beginning or continuing a career in environmental education.
Program Design and Philosophy
The program is designed as a challenging intensive
experience in all aspects of environmental education. Your 11 months experience includes
extensive time in the outdoor classroom, indoor discussions, teaching,
field trips, projects, and several weekend conferences or workshops.
In your practicum you will work with K-Adult groups who are visiting
a natural area or environmental learning center for one or two days. At
the same time, our curriculum develops your skills to work with schools,
businesses, churches, and/or communities with a long-term commitment
in caring for creation. This is your opportunity to become a leader in
education and to contribute to the care, restoration and preservation
of our environment.
This program includes:
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excellent faculty who teach six core courses
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an immersion in ecosystem studies
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a teaching practicum
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leadership and program management training
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conducting a multi-faceted project that you design with a professor
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a completed degree in 11 months.
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2009/2010 school year which starts July 6th, 2009, and ends the beginning of June 2010.
This program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.