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edm

n. countable
C1 Advanced edm

n. a professional master's degree for people who work in education. It focuses on the practice of teaching and school leadership rather than just research.

n. a postgraduate professional degree awarded by universities to students who have completed a program of study in education. Often contrasted with the Master of Arts in Education, as it typically emphasizes practical application and pedagogical skills over theoretical research.


SIMPLE

She decided to earn her EdM to become a school principal.

CONTEXTUAL

After five years of classroom teaching, he applied for an EdM program to specialize in curriculum development.

COMPLEX

The university offers an EdM with a concentration in instructional technology, designed specifically for educators looking to integrate advanced digital tools into their daily teaching practice.

Usage

Usually capitalized as an abbreviation for 'Master of Education' (Latin: Educationis Magister).

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