Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Professional Certification, Technology Emphasis or Specialized Study
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Is this program for me?
If you are a teacher seeking a master's degree, the M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction provides you with
options. As part of the program, you can choose to earn your Professional Certification, take a
Technology Emphasis or create a customized program of Specialized Study.
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What will I learn?
We've designed this program to provide you with flexible learning opportunities so you can study your
areas of interest while expanding on important concepts such as best practices for personal learning,
multicultural perspectives, increasing family and community engagement and current issues in education.
You will work closely with an advisor to customize a program that meets your needs and interests.
If you choose to pursue your Professional Certificate option your courses will be aligned with Washington
State standards and criteria for Teacher Professional Certification. The Technology Emphasis focuses on
using technology to enhance your students learning experience. The Specialized Study option is perfect for
those who want to explore a specific area of interest.
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What can I do with my degree?
Completion of the program along with Washington State Professional Certification (if needed) will reward
you with greater recognition, career options, and advancement opportunities.
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Why CityU?
Our programs and schedules are flexible enough to meet your educational needs without sacrificing your
career or responsibilities. The classes are offered in a mixed mode format combining in class and online
coursework. Some courses may be offered completely online for ultimate flexibility. In addition, our
instructors are experienced professionals who teach in class what they do for a living. This ensures you
receive instruction that is relevant and applicable in the real world-where it matters most.
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Four easy steps to get started
If you have a bachelor's degree or higher and a teaching certificate, you are eligible to apply for this program at CityU.
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Course Descriptions
| Total Required Credits | 49 Credits | ||
| Graduate Foundation Core | 20 Credits | ||
| Professional Certification* | 26 Credits | ||
| Specialized Study* | 26 Credits | ||
| Consists of courses taken to equal 26 credits in a specific focus/content area. Coursework may be completed through independent study and/or current course offerings and may be developed for an organizational setting. Coursework must be approved by Program Coordinator. | |||
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Technology Emphasis* Note: A laptop is a requirement of the MEd C&I Technology Emphasis program.
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26 Credits | ||
| Program approved electives | 9 | ||
| Master of Education Project | 3 Credits | ||
| Class taken in this section will depend on your specialty area and will be approved by the program director. | |||
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*Choose either Professional Certification, Technology Emphasis, or Specialized Study.
Spring start is dependent on enrollment.