The master’s program in Research Methods, Measurement, and Evaluation (RMME) leads to a Master of Arts degree in Education. The program is designed for educators and practitioners who wish to become more knowledgeable about measurement, evaluation and assessment practices in schools and other formal or informal educational settings.
The program emphasizes the application of measurement, assessment, and evaluation theory and procedures. We encourage students to supplement their MEA coursework with courses in other discipline areas that best suit their individual goals and objectives.
Individuals with a bachelor’s degree in any major are encouraged to apply. Approximately three semesters of full time study are required as a minimum to complete the master’s degree. A student holding an assistantship, or who is otherwise prevented from carrying a full load of graduate work (normally four courses per semester), generally requires an additional semester to complete the degree.
Most of the courses required for the Master’s Degree are offered in the evening, and some are offered in the summer or online. Therefore, the master’s degree is a viable degree program for a working professional. Please contact our program coordinator, Chris Rhoads at christopher.rhoads@uconn.edu if you are interested in learning more about the Master’s Degree in Research Methods, Measurement, and Evaluation.
RMME Master's Program Prerequisites
There are no official course requirements for admission to graduate study, and students enter the MEA program with a variety of backgrounds. We particularly seek students with a strong interest in measurement, evaluation and assessment issues that affect schools, students, and education policy. The expectation is that graduates will use their training to meet the needs of organizations and schools surrounding the improvement of educational, intervention, program, or practice. No background in statistics is necessary.
Master's Program Structure
Students enrolled in the master’s program will be expected to complete at least 30 credits.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
10 courses (minimum), including six required courses.
REQUIRED COURSES
The required courses (three credits each) are:
| Department & Number | Title |
|---|---|
| EPSY 5605 | Quantitative Methods in Research I |
| EPSY 5607 | Quantitative Methods in Research II |
| EPSY 5601 | Principles and Methods in Educational Research |
| EPSY 5602 | Educational Tests and Measurements |
| EPSY 6621 | Program Evaluation |
| EPSY 6601 | Methods and Techniques of Educational Research |
ELECTIVE COURSES
Students must also complete twelve or more additional credits of approved electives and/or independent study, which could be in RMME or in an area of application. Choices of electives are made with the approval of the candidate’s advisor.
THESIS/EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Successful completion of a research project or thesis or successful completion of a comprehensive master’s exam is required. The student’s advisory committee may recommend oral defense of the exam/thesis.
Plan of Study
To be filled out by the candidate with the guidance of his/her advisor and approval of his/her committee. Copies are to be placed in both Department and Graduate School files.