Description
The Master of Arts-Curriculum and Instruction is designed for you to imagine, to vision, and to create effective, high-achieving and equitable education for 21st century student learning.
Two graduate degree programs are offered: one for experienced educators, i.e. K-12 certified/higher education/adult teachers, who seek to lead education renewal; and one for persons who seek initial teacher certification that positions them to be educator leaders. Both programs model a hybrid course teaching methodology so that you experience the power of integrating face-to-face and emerging technology supported learning to engage the learner.
Master of Arts-Curriculum and Instruction with Teacher Certification
Designed to meet your needs when you elect to change careers and enter the teaching profession, addresses the teaching standards required to qualify for certification and emphasizes the application of previous education and experience.
You develop a comprehensive knowledge and competency base for making effective teaching decisions by engaging in active learning situations which integrate theory and research findings with practical action toward student achievement of clear educational goals.
Core Courses of this Master’s Degree provide you with a framework to leverage classroom and school-wide strategies that enable you to collaborate with professional colleagues, parents and community resources as a teacher leader.
You will work closely with your program advisor to select a program focus and to plan a course of study that includes prior knowledge, experience, and special interests
Admission Requirements
Applicants must qualify for graduate study and must show evidence of both a teaching major of at least 30 hours and a teaching minor of at least 20 hours. A 3.0 GPA in the applicant's overall undergraduate record and at least a 2.7 GPA in a teaching major and minor is required for admission to the program. In addition, teacher certification candidates must pass the Michigan Basic Skills Test, submit three letters of recommendation indicating ability to pursue a career path in teaching.
Curriculum and Instruction with Teacher Certification
| Secondary Teacher Certification Requirements |
| | | cr. |
| EDU 5001 | Introduction to Education | | 3 |
| EDU 5130 | Principles of Learning, Development & Adjustment | | 3 |
| EDU 5140 | Society & Education | | 3 |
| EDU 5250 | Educational Policy Studies | | 3 |
| EDU 6000 | Computer Uses in Education | | 3 |
| SED 5600 | Exceptional Persons | | 3 |
| EDU 5031 | Secondary Methods | | 3 |
| EDU 5032 | Secondary Mathematics Methods, or | | 3 |
| EDU 5033 | Secondary Social Studies Methods, or | | 3 |
| EDU 5034 | Secondary English Methods, or | | 3 |
| EDU 5035 | Secondary Science Methods | | 3 |
| EDU 5780 | Reading in the Content Areas | | 3 |
| EDU 5900 | Student Teaching | | 8 |
Total: 35 credits
| Elementary Teacher Certification Requirements |
| | | cr. |
| EDU 5001 | Introduction to Education | | 3 |
| EDU 5130 | Principles of Learning, Development & Adjustment | | 3 |
| EDU 5140 | Society & Education | | 3 |
| EDU 5250 | Educational Policy Studies | | 3 |
| EDU 6000 | Computer Uses in Education | | 3 |
| SED 5600 | Exceptional Persons | | 3 |
| EDU 5022 | Elementary Science Methods | | 2 |
| EDU 5023 | Elementary Social Studies Methods | | 2 |
| EDU 5024 | Teaching Reading in the Elementary/Middle Schools | | 3 |
| EDU 5025 | Elementary Language Arts Methods | | 3 |
| EDU 5026 | Elementary Mathematics Methods | | 2 |
| EDU 5800 | Elementary Student Teaching | | 8 |
Total: 38 credits
Teacher certification subject area tests for major and minor must be passed.
Note: The above requirements are subject to change if state requirements for certification change. Students must be sure to consult with their advisor to remain current regarding State Department of Education requirements.
| Core Courses of Master's degree |
| | | cr. |
| EDU 5000 | Methods of Educational Research | | 3 |
| EDU 5160 | Curriculum Construction for Elementary or | | 3 |
| EDU 5170 | Curriculum Construction for Secondary | | 3 |
| EDU 5960 | Program Planning & Evaluation | | 3 |
| | Master Level Research | | 3-6 |
Total: 47-50 credits
Completion of the master's research paper with a passing grade for graduate work is required during EDU 5510, the culminating course of this program. Students need to consult with a program advisor to ensure that master's-level course work projects contribute to successful application of previous education and experience as a teaching professional. EDU 5990, a master level thesis for six credit hours, or EDU 6980, Field Experience Project for 3-6 credit hours may be elected in place of EDU 5510 in consultation with the program director. Core competency courses are continuously adjusted to meet the rapidly changing demands of effective education. Students in the Curriculum and Instruction Program with Teacher Certification need to work closely with their program advisor to determine current requirements and possible course offerings that fulfill this degree program.
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