Master of Science (MS) in Education

Curriculum and Instruction Specialization

School of Education

Curriculum and instruction experts at the building and district level are in high demand. In this online master's degree specialization, licensed teachers will gain key competencies through theoretical study and collaboration with seasoned practitioners. You will acquire tools and techniques to help your district design instructional models and assessments that focus on increasing student achievement.

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ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: Program starting soon! COST PER 4-CREDIT COURSE: $1,540 COST PER 6-CREDIT COURSE: $2,310 (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment) TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 48

Core Courses:

• ED5007 - Foundations of Educational Leadership - 6 credits
• ED5501 - Assessment and Improvement of Instruction - 4 credits
• ED5500 - Standards-Based Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment - 4 credits
• ED5503 - Classroom Management Strategies - 4 credits
• ED5504 - Strategies for Eliminating the Achievement Gap - 4 credits

Specialization courses:

• ED5006 - Survey of Research Methodology - 4 credits
• ED5533 - Curriculum Mapping: Reflection and Practice - 4 credits
• ED5534 - Instruction and Assessment: Theory and Practice - 4 credits
• ED5535 - Collaboration for the Improvement of Curriculum and Instruction - 4 credits
• ED5540 - Master's Practicum in Curriculum and Instruction - 6 credits

One Elective Course:

Recommended elective courses include:

• ED5536 - Applying Research to the Improvement of Curriculum and Instruction - 4 credits OR
• ED5537 - Emerging Technology and Multimedia for Curriculum and Instruction - 4 credits OR
• ED5538 - Curriculum and Instruction: Program Evaluation - 4 credits OR
• Choose any graduate course.

Prospective Washington state students are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 360-725-6320 or profed@ospi.wednet.edu to determine whether this education program is approved for teacher certification or endorsements in Washington state. Additionally, teachers are advised to contact their individual school district as to whether this program may qualify for salary advancement.

Register now for a course, or call 1-888-227-2736.