A summary of the portfolio is presented formally during the student's final semester of study. See the M.Ed. Portfolio Handbook for further information. The Comprehensive Examination consists of questions from each professional sequence and each teaching field course taken by the student. No questions are included from electives, directed studies, or special projects course work.
Questions are general in nature and require written responses in essay format.
To pass the Comprehensive Examination, the student must respond satisfactorily to two questions from professional sequence courses and two questions from teaching field courses. Responses can be prepared either on the computer or using paper and pencil. Students who are unsuccessful must retake the examination during the next administration. Faculty will provide feedback and guidance for students upon request. The Comprehensive Examination normally is taken during the student's final semester of study.