Our 100% online Master of Education in Mind, Brain, and Education integrates research in the cognitive and neurosciences and education along with classroom practice to develop more effective teaching methods, as well as a deeper understanding of how to support life-long learning. The degree program focuses on the potential and limits of cognitive neuroscience in education and the central role educators can play in shaping research agendas in this unique and growing field of education.
The M.Ed. in Mind, Brain, and Education (MBE) is a 30-credit hours, non-thesis, 100% online degree program.
The degree integrates research in cognitive and educational psychology as well as neuroscience to identify effective teaching methods as well as gain a deeper understanding of learning. The degree is a 30-hour, non-thesis, non-certification program, focused on integrating cognitive science, neuroscience, and education to challenge and inform pedagogy. The program focuses on the potential and limits of cognitive neuroscience in education and the central role educators can play in shaping research agendas in MBE. Graduates serve their community and the field by completing projects during coursework. Students complete seven required courses (21 credits) and choose three additional elective courses approved by the program director (9 credits).
The M.Ed. in Mind, Brain, and Education is a master's degree program only and does not lead to initial teacher certification. Individuals interested in obtaining teacher certification of licensure should consider our Initial Teacher Certification program, our M.Ed. in Teaching with certification, or our M.Ed. in Special Education with certification.
Completion TimeThe master's degree required 30 credit hours and can be completed in as few as 4 semesters or approximately 1.5 years.
Most students complete the program in 5 semesters or 2 years.
Please note that the cost can vary by student in relation to that student's individual circumstances. Additional fees may apply.
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UTA offers competitive funding options, including the Steffen F. Palko Endowed Graduate Fellowship. For more, view our Scholarships and Paying for School page.
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Admissions requirements can be found on the Official Catalog.
M.Ed. in Mind, Brain, and Education, 2022 Graduate
The Mind, Brain, and Education program taught me how to seek out research to support instructional practices and how to apply the research to current situations in the classroom. I now feel empowered to seek out new research, have discussions and think critically about what practices are being put in place.
Student Testimonial
I teach in higher education and received minimal pedagogical training in my doctoral work. I want to move away from the "sage on the stage" model to models that engage student learning more fully. My long-term goal is to train other teachers in my field. I intend to offer training for my colleagues here at my seminary but also may expand into educational consulting in theological education.
Applying after the priority date? Admissions applications are welcome at any time. However, for priority consideration, apply by the priority date.
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*The Hispanic Serving Leadership Preparation Graduate Certificate does not offer summer admission.
View the UTA Official Catalog for admissions requirements and details about probationary admission, deferred admission, and more for the following programs.
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Applicants seeking admission must submit two recommendation forms. Please wait until you have your 10-digit, UTA student ID number to submit recommendation forms.
The required Recommendation Form is available for download here.
The required* Recommendation Form is available for download here.
The Hispanic Serving Leadership Preparation Graduate Certification does not require a recommendation form at this time.
Some applicants, such as international students, may have additional admissions requirements* and/or program** limitations.
UTA accepts TOEFL* or IELTS or Duolingo. If your native language is not English, you must demonstrate a sufficient level of skill with the English language to assure success in graduate studies. You are required to submit official test score reports directly from the testing agency unless you hold a bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited U.S institution.
You are required to submit an official test score report sent directly from the testing agency. UTA's ETS institutional code is 6013.
*Certification programs only accept TOEFL due to Texas Education Agency requirements.
View test score requirements online.
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*The resources provided here are for informational purposes. Please review the Official Catalog for official information.
**The M.Ed. in Mind, Brain, and Education is not eligible for international students at this time.
The following are requirements for the M.Ed. in Mind, Brain, and Education
Total 30 hours, including:
| EDUC 5360 | Introduction to Mind, Brain, and Education |
| EDUC 5361 | Introduction to Educational Neuroscience |
| EDUC 5362 | The Neuroscience of Typical and Atypical Language Development |
| EDUC 5363 | The Neuroscience of Typical and Atypical Development of Mathematical and Reasoning Ability |
| EDUC 5366 | Evaluating and Debunking Educational Interventions |
| EDUC 5367 | Research Methods in MBE |
| EDUC 5368 | Conducting Research in Mind, Brain, and Education: Capstone Course |
Dr. Daniel Robinson (program director), EDUC 5360, 5366
Dr. Jodi Tommerdahl, EDUC 5361, 5362, and 5363
Dr. Amanda Olsen, EDUC 5367, 5368
Professor
Email: daniel.robinson@uta.edu
Phone #: 817-272-0116
Office: Hammond Hall 132C
By appointment
Research Interests: Learning and technology: Dr. Daniel Robinson is the K-16 Mind, Brain, and Education Endowed Chair in the College of Education. He previously served as the Associate Dean of Research from 2020-2024 and Chair of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at UTA from 2017-2020. He was also Director of the School of Education at Colorado State University from 2012-2013. As a faculty member, he has taught at Mississippi State University (1993-1997), the University of South Dakota (1997-1998), the University of Louisville (1998-1999), the University of Texas at Austin (1999-2012), and Colorado State University (2012-2015). Dan served as Editor of Educational Psychology Review from 2006-2015 and as Associate Editor of the Journal of Educational Psychology from 2014-2020. He has also served as an editorial board member of nine refereed international journals. Dan has published over 100 articles, books, and book chapters, presented over 100 papers at research conferences, and taught over 100 college courses. His research interests include educational technology innovations that may facilitate learning and team-based approaches to learning. He was a Visiting Fulbright Scholar, Victoria University, Wellington, New Zealand and was named as one of the most published authors in educational psychology journals from 1991-2002, 2003-2008, and 2009-2014, Contemporary Educational Psychology, 2004, 2010, 2015.
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