Project Description
Overview | Curriculum | Careers
The M.Ed. is designed with a balance of theoretical and practical applications through research projects and critical writing assignments that provide the groundwork for future success at the doctoral level. Program coursework addresses issues of diversity, and provides students with a global perspective on education. This degree is highly recommended for those who want a balance of subject matter knowledge and pedagogical knowledge that will help them teach at any level of education. Students can complete this degree in two years with support and assistance from our experienced faculty.
FAU ranked in “The 25 Best Online Masters in Curriculum and Instruction Degree Programs” by TBS (The Best Schools). Our online M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction degree in the Department of Curriculum, Culture, and Educational Inquiry was selected based on the quality of the program, types of courses provided, and faculty strength, as well as school awards, rankings, and reputation.
Online Curriculum
Core Courses:
Department of Curriculum and Instruction: 12 credits
Take all of the following:
| Course # | Course | Credits |
| EDG 6224 | U.S. Curricular Trends and Issues | 3 |
| EDG 6253 | Design Components of Curriculum | 3 |
| EDG 6285 | Program Evaluation in Curriculum and Instruction | 3 |
| EDF 6918 | Action Research in Schools and Communities | 3 |
Department of Educational Leadership: 6 credits
Take both of the following:
| Course # | Course | Credits |
| STA 6113 | Educational Statistics | 3 |
| EDF 6481 | Educational Research | 3 |
Restricted Electives:
Department of Curriculum and Instruction: 3 credits
Choose 1 of the following:
| Course # | Course | Credits |
| EDG 6625 | Global Perspectives of Curricular Trends across Nations | 3 |
| EDF 6800 | Foundations of Global Education | 3 |
Multicultural Specialization Core Courses
Department of Curriculum and Instruction: 15 credits
Take all of the following:
| Course # | Course | Credits |
| EDG 5705 | Multicultural Education Seminar | 3 |
| EDF 6615 | Black Perspectives in Education | 3 |
| EDF 6887 | Foundations of Multicultural Curricula | 3 |
| EDF 6637 | Race, Class & Gender in Education | 3 |
| TSL 5142 | Curriculum Development in TESOL and Bilingual Education | 3 |
Sample Careers
- Curriculum Specialist
- Professional Development Chair
- Assistant Principal
- Leadership positions within school and district
- Adjunct Instructor
- Training Specialist
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We understand that there is more involved to being a student than just completing a class. The Center for eLearning at Florida Atlantic University offers a full range of support services to help our students be successful, such as online tutoring, career services, library services and disability access.| More Information About this Program |
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