Apart from staying in the classroom, there are a lot of advantages and opportunities for holders of B.Ed in Basic education if they take the necessary steps. Holding a degree in Basic Education has many advantages. The degree is the current requirement for teaching in Basic Schools in Ghana currently.
However, climbing the academic ladder is not a sin. Every teacher in one way or the other has a progressive plan in terms of climbing the academic ladder. Climbing the ladder towards an great interest like or passion will be filled with great pleasure if considered.
There are a lot of advantages and opportunities for holders of B.Ed in Basic education not just staying in the classroom. In this article, the content is about the available advantages and opportunities for B.Ed in Basic Education holders who want to pursue a Master’s in the same field.
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If you hold a B.Ed in Basic Education and are considering a master’s in the same field, here are some advantages and opportunities:
Pursuing an M.Ed or M.Phil in Basic Education exposes you to more in-depth knowledge and specialized skills in educational theories, pedagogical methods, child development, and learning.
Hon Jerry Akporhor The First Class Counsellor who holds an M.Ed or M.Phil in Basic Education becomes an expert or specialized educator in designing and implementing effective lesson plans and instructional strategies for students in Basic schools (KG to JHS3) in Ghana.
With his in-depth knowledge and specialization in Basic Education, along with some years of experience, he is qualified for positions such as headmaster of a Basic school, School Improvement Support Officer (SISO), Basic School Coordinator, Training Officer, or Curriculum or Assessment Planner for GES or other Agencies like NaCCa, NTC.
Additionally, it enhances his prospects for promotions and salary adjustments. If he was on on the rank of PS before acquiring the M.Ed or M.Phil, he qualifies for promotion in just two years instead of the usual four years, reducing the waiting period.
Outside the Ghana Education Service (GES), you can engage in educational research, contribute to educational policy-making, and add to academic knowledge either as a self-initiative or by working with research institutions, think tanks, and other organizations focused on education.
The M.Ed and M.Phil qualifications in Basic Education also prepare you for a potential doctoral program (Ph.D.) in education. But note, the MPhil gives you more preparation for PhD than the M.Ed. The duration and focus of both masters programs are different.
Moreover, the M.Phil qualifies you to be a lecturer at Colleges of Education or some universities that train teachers. M.Phil is currently the minimum requirement to be a lecturer.
Similarly, you can work with or for CPD providers or international organizations, designing modules, instructional materials, and facilitating engaging CPD programs for teachers.
You can also act as a consultant or head for private schools that needs your expertise.
Pursuing an M.Ed or M.Phil in Basic Education is primarily education-focused and can significantly enhance your potential within the educational ecosystem.
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Credit: Hon Jerry Akporhor _ The First Class Counsellor (Informed Teachers Network)