Axe ’Em, Jacks!
Overview
The Master of Education in curriculum and instruction features evidence-based research to promote the expansion of the skills and knowledge professionals need in diverse EC-12 educational settings. A holistic approach through theory, research and practical application allows students to develop multitiered skills within their concentration to best meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. This online graduate degree is designed to increase the opportunities and career options for professionals within public, private, nonprofit and corporate EC-12 educational settings.
AY25-26 Curriculum and Instruction Graduate Program Handbook
Core Curriculum
All concentrations must complete the 15 hours (five courses) of core curriculum in addition to the concentration area hours.
| Course and Number | Course Description |
|---|---|
| CIED 5300 | Foundations of Research in Educational Settings |
| CIED 5301 | Methods of Teaching in Diverse Educational Settings |
| CIED 5302 | Designing and Evaluating Curriculum |
| CIED 5303 | Assessment, Data Analysis and Student Support |
| CIED 5304 | Capstone Project |
Early Childhood
In addition to the core curriculum hours, the early childhood concentration requires 18 hours specializing in early childhood to equip candidates with the knowledge and skills that are focused on all early childhood educational environments. A three-hour elective is required.
| Course and Number | Course Description |
|---|---|
| ECED 5300 | Foundations of Early Childhood |
| ECED 5310 | Early Childhood Play and Learning |
| ECED 5320 | Language and Literacy in Early Childhood |
| ECED 5335 | Math and Science in Early Childhood |
| ECED 5345 | Leaders and Advocates in Early Childhood |
| ECED 5315 | Curriculum in Early Childhood |
| Elective |
K-12 Instructional Coach
In addition to the core curriculum hours, the K-12 instructional coach concentration requires 18 hours in a variety of curriculum and instruction courses to prepare the candidate to effectively serve a district as an instructional coach or in curriculum development. A three-hour elective is required.
| Course and Number | Course Description |
|---|---|
| CIED 5305 | Becoming a Teacher Leader |
| CIED 5306 | Social Studies in the Elementary School |
| CIED 5307 | Elementary STEM Teaching 1 |
| CIED 5308 | Elementary STEM Teaching 2 |
| READ 5308 | Foundations of Language and Literacy |
| ELED 5341 | ESL/Bilingual Teaching Methods |
| Elective |
Program Administrative Support:
Coordinator: Dr. Susan Reily
Email: ELEM.MED@sfasu.edu
Phone: 936.468.2904