Fall 2025 Cohort begins August 25, 2025. Six focus areas offered: Applied Research, Creative & Innovative Education, Digital Age Teaching & Learning Technology, Early Childhood, Entrepreneur in Education, and Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL).
The International Teaching and Global Leadership master’s degree cohort program prepares innovative educators to lead the transformation of schools, systems, and other fast-changing learning environments around the world.
Coursework includes core and selected focus-area courses and allows candidates to build a solid foundation of theory and practice.
The 33-credit program (35 credits for TEFL) gives candidates exposure to a variety of educational experiences through three or four semesters of coursework and practical experiences. Candidates gain a comprehensive understanding of the different educational models in their focus area—and prepare to apply that expertise effectively in their home countries.
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Core Faculty
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Jennifer Adams, PhD
Associate Professor
Director, International Teaching and Global LeadershipAffiliation
Innovative Teaching & Leadership
Expertise
International Teaching & Global Leadership
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Veronique C. Gugliucciello, MS
Senior Lecturer
Affiliation
Innovative Teaching & Leadership
Expertise
International Teaching & Global Leadership
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Mark Trexler, EdD
Assistant Professor
Affiliation
Center for Technology in Education, Innovative Teaching & Leadership
Expertise
International Teaching & Global Leadership
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Richard Weisenhoff, EdD
Senior Lecturer
Affiliation
Innovative Teaching & Leadership
Expertise
International Teaching & Global Leadership
Jennifer Adams, PhD
Associate Professor
Director, International Teaching and Global Leadership
Affiliation
Innovative Teaching & Leadership
Expertise
International Teaching & Global Leadership
Veronique C. Gugliucciello, MS
Senior Lecturer
Affiliation
Innovative Teaching & Leadership
Expertise
International Teaching & Global Leadership
Mark Trexler, EdD
Assistant Professor
Affiliation
Center for Technology in Education, Innovative Teaching & Leadership
Expertise
International Teaching & Global Leadership
Richard Weisenhoff, EdD
Senior Lecturer
Affiliation
Innovative Teaching & Leadership
Expertise
International Teaching & Global Leadership
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Education — International Teaching and Global Leadership (ITGL) Cohort program prepares international educators to become innovative education leaders with the knowledge and skills to transform schools, systems, and other fast-changing learning environments around the world. The 33-credit cohort (35 credits for TEFL), which includes core and focus area courses, provides our candidates with the opportunity to build a solid foundation of theory and practice through three or four semesters of coursework and continuous practical experiences. With exposure to a variety of educational experiences, candidates gain a comprehensive understanding of the different educational models employed in their focus area. This degree prepares candidates to apply their expertise effectively in their home countries.
ITGL students benefit from a specialized orientation process for international students, along with dedicated services that provide a foundation for success during the program year, including cultural exchange and enrichment activities; formal and informal learning opportunities; academic and language support; and career-focused events.
SOE Scholarships for International Students
Johns Hopkins School of Education offers several partial scholarships for non-U.S. citizens and non-permanent residents. While JHU’s partial scholarships may not completely cover your costs, they are a valuable part of a multi-source financial aid package to help you pursue this educational journey.
ITGL Global Leader Scholar Scholarship
The ITGL Global Leader Scholar Program offers academically talented, first-time students enrolled in the MS in Education-ITGL Cohort program a partial tuition scholarship and access to research, mentoring, and networking opportunities. This is a one-time, non-renewable, partial scholarship made at the point of admission. Awards are competitive, limited in number and the selection of recipients is determined by the School’s Faculty. No separate scholarship application is required. ITGL students are encouraged to complete the admissions application by the scholarship consideration deadline.
Tan and Chen Global Education Scholarship
Established through the generosity of School of Education donors, the Tan and Chen scholarship is designed to provide partial financial assistance to international students who are non-US citizens and have demonstrated a high-level academic achievement in their previous post-secondary education. A separate scholarship application is required. ITGL students are encouraged to submit an admissions application and scholarship form by the ITGL priority consideration deadline.
ITGL Global Leader Scholar Scholarship
The ITGL Global Leader Scholar Program offers academically talented, first-time students enrolled in the MS in Education-ITGL Cohort program a partial tuition scholarship and access to research, mentoring, and networking opportunities. This is a one-time, non-renewable, partial scholarship made at the point of admission. Awards are competitive, limited in number and the selection of recipients is determined by the School’s Faculty. No separate scholarship application is required. ITGL students are encouraged to complete the admissions application by the scholarship consideration deadline.
Tan and Chen Global Education Scholarship
Established through the generosity of School of Education donors, the Tan and Chen scholarship is designed to provide partial financial assistance to international students who are non-US citizens and have demonstrated a high-level academic achievement in their previous post-secondary education. A separate scholarship application is required. ITGL students are encouraged to submit an admissions application and scholarship form by the ITGL priority consideration deadline.
Fall 2025 Focus Areas
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Applied Research.
Leadership in Applied Research. Learn research methods and design to make decisions and solve problems. Analyze quantitative and qualitiative data. Prepare technical reports, research proposals, and presentations. In this focus area, students develop the knowledge and skills needed to conduct applied research in professional educational settings, research, or international development organizations or to prepare for future doctoral study.
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Creative and Innovative Education.
Leadership in Developing Future Talent. When promising learners are not engaged and challenged, a whole nation can lose tremendous potential. This focus area emphasizes developing effective programs and instruction for creative and innovative learners and instilling those learning skills in all students. Candidates should have educational experience and a vision for creating innovative opportunities for all learners.
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Digital Age Teaching and Learning Technology.
Leadership in Educational Technology. Integrating technology into the classroom is the most highly demanded skill in education today. This focus area emphasizes Johns Hopkins expertise in creating innovative online tools and implementing new methods to manage educational data. Candidates should have educational technology experience.
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Early Childhood.
Leadership in Early Childhood Education. Young children learn best through structured, engaged play. This focus area emphasizes implementing evidence-based practices that bring together the latest research in neuroscience and child development to support early childhood teachers, entrepreneurs, and policy makers. Candidates should be experienced teachers or have early childhood education experience.
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Entrepreneur in Education.
Leadership in Entrepreneurial Education. Promoting innovation in the paradigms, strategies, and culture of school systems, social entrepreneurial ventures, and education companies is critical today. This focus area emphasizes preparing international entrepreneurs to be creative and innovative, with the knowledge and skills to become successful leaders in global entrepreneurial education. Candidates should have educational experience and a desire to develop new educational ventures.
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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL).
Leadership in Intercultural Language Learning. In a rapidly changing global environment, education leaders play a critical role in promoting intercultural competence and respect for all learners, languages, and cultures. This focus area emphasizes research-based instructional practices specifically designed to foster a caring, positive partnership, team, or community that maximizes learner engagement, learning, and achievement. Candidates should have educational experience in teaching English as a foreign language.
After SOE
Equipped to thrive in multicultural settings and address the challenges of global education, our graduates make an impact as international educators, teaching in international programs and fostering cross-cultural understanding among students and school systems. They can also explore leadership positions with schools, agencies, and new ventures in education administration, education technology, and other areas.
Careers
- Founder and leader of pre-K thru 12 schools
- Director multinational education business
- Innovator in global education, programming, and curriculum
- Leaders and creators in ed-tech start-ups
- Research associates for international development and non-profit organizations
- Teacher-leaders and teacher-preneurs in pre-K thru 12 schools and English language programs
- International education consultant
- Educational policy analyst for government or non-governmental organizations
“ITGL is more than a master’s degree program for me. It is a place for us to connect, challenge, discover, improve, and enjoy. The whole cohort is like a big family with supportive teachers and classmates.
Careers
- Founder and leader of pre-K thru 12 schools
- Director multinational education business
- Innovator in global education, programming, and curriculum
- Leaders and creators in ed-tech start-ups
- Research associates for international development and non-profit organizations
- Teacher-leaders and teacher-preneurs in pre-K thru 12 schools and English language programs
- International education consultant
- Educational policy analyst for government or non-governmental organizations
“ITGL is more than a master’s degree program for me. It is a place for us to connect, challenge, discover, improve, and enjoy. The whole cohort is like a big family with supportive teachers and classmates.
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State Authorization Disclosure Regarding Educational Prerequisites
Federal regulations require Johns Hopkins to disclose to students considering enrollment or enrolled in this program whether or not it meets educational prerequisites for licensure or certification by state.
Educational Prerequisites for Professional Licensure or Certification
- This program does not lead to state certification or licensure.