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Master of Science (MS) in Education

School of Education

Curriculum and Instruction Specialization

Within the fast-growing field of P–12 education, increase your expertise in curriculum and instruction to improve student achievement. This online master's in education specialization focuses on applying current theory, research, and technology to the design of curriculum and instructional models. You will also learn to use assessment, classroom management, and other techniques to strengthen instruction and reduce achievement gaps. Throughout the program you will build a professional portfolio to demonstrate your master's-level competencies to current and future employers. People who choose this specialization are often licensed P–12 teachers and other educational professionals interested in improving their classroom instruction or pursuing leadership positions in curriculum instruction and design within P–12 school districts or government agencies.


Licensure Information: For detailed information about obtaining professional licensure please see our licensure FAQ.

Total Program: 48 quarter credits
Next Start Date: February 9, 2009
Cost Per Credit: $405.00
78% of our learners receive aid.
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Core Courses

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

Specialization Courses

  • ED5006 - Survey of Research Methodology - 4 quarter credits
  • ED5533 - Curriculum Mapping: Reflection and Practice - 4 quarter credits
  • ED5534 - Instruction and Assessment: Theory and Practice - 4 quarter credits
  • ED5535 - Collaboration for the Improvement of Curriculum and Instruction - 4 quarter credits
  • ED5540 - Master's Practicum in Curriculum and Instruction - 6 quarter credits
  • ED7538 - Curriculum and Instruction: Program Evaluation - 4 quarter credits
Admission to the Curriculum and Instruction specialization requires learners to complete and submit the Capella University School of Education Certification of Licensed Teaching form located at www.capella.edu/aspscripts/schools/TeacherLicensure.pdf.
* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.
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