Endicott College
Since its founding in 1939, Endicott College has pioneered the integration of theory and practice through experiential learning. The Master of Education degree builds on this philosophy. Graduate programs of study encourage applied learning and teacher-oriented research methods.
The Endicott College Master's Programs focus on meeting the individual needs
and creative interests of graduate students. The programs also emphasize
teamwork and group learning. The goal is to create an educational environment
that encourages ongoing transformation, innovation, and skill development
that are the foundations of excellent teaching and learning.
Located on the Massachusetts Bay ocean front, the campus is a beautiful retreat center complete with
walking trails and picturesque landscapes. Just 20 miles north
of Boston, the campus is located in historic Beverly, retaining
the old New England ambience.
Accreditation
Endicott College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).
209 Burlington Road
Bedford, Massachusetts 01730-1433, USA
The Institute for Educational Studies (TIES)
In 2003 TIES celebrated its sixteenth anniversary. It was founded in order to advance integrative teaching and learning in workshops, seminars, and courses for teachers/leaders in business and education.
TIES has conducted Montessori teacher formation courses in Norway and Canada. The faculty has also provided consultation for Montessori schools in North and South America, Norway, Sweden, New Zealand and Australia. TIES is a front-runner in the field of distance learning, launching its colloquium-based approach to graduate study in 1996.
The Institute:
In addition to the M.Ed. partnership with Endicott College, TIES has established EarthTIES.org -- an organizer of virtual conferences. These virtual events promote The Great Work -- a theme developed by cultural historian Thomas Berry and mathematical cosmologist Brian Swimme. The intention is to raise awareness to the "great planetary turning" that is upon us and the role of humanity in that Great Work.
The Endicott College - TIES Partnership
Inaugurated in April 1998, this partnership is based on Endicott's deep commitment to applied learning that emphasizes off campus work activities and TIES extensive experiences in establishing on-line collaborative learning communities.
TIES is responsible for providing academic content of the program including the technological dimensions. Endicott is responsible for academic oversight and validation, student registration, and tuition payments. Upon successful completion of all program requirements, Endicott grants the degree, Masters of Education in Montessori Integrative Learning.