Educational Design for Transformative Social Futures
Undergraduate Education at BU Wheelock College of Education and Human Development
Undergraduate students entering Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education & Human Development enroll in the undergraduate major, the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Education & Human Development. Students take core and signature courses in years 1&2. In years 3&4 they choose one of five specializations for additional coursework and field-based experiences. The Earl Center is home to the Educational Design for Social Transformation specialization, offering creative, interdisciplinary, and hands-on approaches to educational inquiry and innovation.
The Educational Design for Transformative Social Futures specialization is tailored for undergraduates aspiring to become creative and innovative designers. This program emphasizes collaboration with communities, families, youth, and educators to reimagine and transform learning across diverse settings.
Students cultivate critical perspectives on education, examining the influence of design on teaching, learning, and everyday life. Through this specialization, they develop transformative design mindsets and engage in research-driven design practices, preparing them to become educational designers dedicated to fostering positive social change.
Professional Pathways in Educational Design
The specialization is tailored for undergraduates aspiring to become creative and innovative designers. This program emphasizes collaboration with communities, families, youth, and educators to reimagine and transform learning across diverse settings.
Students cultivate critical perspectives on education, examining the influence of design on teaching, learning, and everyday life. Through this specialization, they develop transformative design mindsets and engage in research-driven design practices, preparing them to become educational designers dedicated to fostering positive social change.
Education and Content Creation
- Education Technology Designer
- Curriculum Developer
- Media Programming/Production (e.g., Public Television)
- Editor
- Digital/Online Content Producer
Leadership in Out-of-School Learning Environments
Director or Coordinator of Education in:
- Museums
- Afterschool Programs
- Community Organizations
- College Access Programs
- Education-Focused Companies (e.g., National Geographic Society, GBH)
In-School Leadership and Coordination
Education Coordinator or Director
- Teacher
- STEM/STEAM Coordinator
- Curriculum Coordinator
Professional Growth and Learning
- Organizational Learning and Development Specialist
Health and Research Roles
- Health Educator
- Education and Learning Researcher/Evaluator
- Health Researcher/Evaluator
Philanthropy and Program Development
- Philanthropic Foundation Program Officer
Educational Technology
- Inventor
- Entrepreneur
Theory and Practice
Coursework is interdisciplinary and supports students to develop design orientations grounded in rich understandings of teaching and learning.
Ideation and Fabrication
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Collaboration and Design
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