Curriculum and Instruction (non-licensure M.Ed.)
This master's degree program is designed for those students who are not seeking a Virginia teaching license. Students in this program may be practicing teachers, education professionals who are not working in a classroom setting, or students who intend to teach in international or private schools. Along with completing a core of professional courses intended to develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions in the field of education, students will complete a specialization area and a capstone project designed to meet the individual needs, interests, and goals of the student.
Outcomes
Candidates demonstrate an understanding of the research-based knowledge of the specialized concentration area of their program
Candidates demonstrate an ability to a) Analyze the context of problems or issues in an educational setting and make recommendations; b) Evaluate data and determine appropriate steps for improvement; c) Present multiple solutions or alternative ways of viewing problems or issues
Candidates demonstrate and apply their application of knowledge through examples of differentiated teaching strategies and instructional planning, delivery, assessment, motivation, and learning achievement
Candidates maintain a commitment to professional ethics, communicate effectively, and take responsibility for and participate in professional growth: a) Working in partnership with families, colleagues and/or community to promote and support education; b) Incorporating learning from professional growth opportunities into professional practice
Degree Requirements — Curriculum and Instruction (non-licensure)
30 credits
Shared Degree Required Courses
15 credits
| ED 500SL | Foundations of Education and the Teaching Profession | 3 |
| ED 509 | Special Education: Foundations and Characteristics of Exceptional Learners | 3 |
| ED 551 | Instruction and Assessment | 3 |
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| ED 554 | Educational Technology | 3 |
| | OR | |
| ED 654 | Learning Technologies Across the Curriculum | 3 |
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| ED 580 | Capstone: Curriculum and Instruction Program | 3 |
Students with an undergraduate education equivalent may waive the content of ED 500SL and replace it with additional elective hours.
Students in the STEM concentration take both ED 554 and ED 654.
Specialization Courses
In addition to the courses above, a student must choose from one of four specializations (15 credits).
Other courses may be selected with the consent of an advisor.
Curriculum and Instruction Specialization
| ED 526 | Cross-Cultural/International Curricula | 3 |
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| ED 537 | Literacy Across the Curriculum: Secondary | 3 |
| | OR | |
| ED 555 | Literacy Methods for Diverse Learners: Grades PK-2 | 3 |
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| ED 558 | Elementary Math Methods | 3 |
| | OR | |
| ED 559 | Elementary Science Methods | 3 |
| | OR | |
| ED 566 | Teaching Science in Secondary Schools (6-12) | 3 |
| | OR | |
| ED 567 | Teaching History and Social Science in Secondary Schools (6-12) | 3 |
| OR | |
| ED 568 | Teaching English in Secondary Schools (6-12) | 3 |
| | OR | |
| ED 569 | Teaching Mathematics in Secondary Schools (6-12) | 3 |
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| | Two (2) electives | 6 |
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Specialization
| ED 537 | Literacy Across the Curriculum: Secondary | 3 |
| | OR | |
| ED 557 | Social Studies and the Visual Arts | 3 |
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| ED 558 | Elementary Math Methods | 3 |
| | OR | |
| ED 569 | Teaching Mathematics in Secondary Schools (6-12) | 3 |
| OR | |
| ED 538 | Secondary Teaching Methods | 3 |
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| ED 559 | Elementary Science Methods | 3 |
| | OR | |
| ED 566 | Teaching Science in Secondary Schools (6-12) | 3 |
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| | Three (3) credits of approved electives | |
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| ED 554 | Educational Technology | 3 |
Students in the STEM concentration take both ED 554 and ED 654.
Special Education Specialization
| ED 511 | Psychoeducational Assessment and Instruction | 3 |
| ED 523 | Diagnostic and Corrective Literacy Instruction | 3 |
| ED 529 | Collaboration and Consultation in Special Education Settings | 3 |
| ED 539 | Instructional Implementation of the Individualized Education Program | 3 |
| ED 545 | Transition and Family Issues for Individuals with Disabilities | 3 |
Educational Leadership Specialization
| ED 610 | Leadership: Mission, Vision, and Impact | 3 |
| ED 612 | Legal and Ethical Dimensions of School Leadership | 3 |
| ED 613 | Leadership in Curriculum and Instruction | 3 |
| ED 617 | Leading Continuous Improvement | 3 |
Educational Leadership Electives
One course from:
| ED 611 | Family-School-Community Partnerships | 3 |
| ED 614 | Operations and Resource Management | 3 |
| ED 615 | Perspectives on Current Trends | 3 |
| ED 616 | Supervision, Evaluation, and Professional Development | 3 |