Teacher Education & Leadership
Curriculum & Instruction, M.Ed.
Equipping educators to improve their effectiveness in teaching and enhance student success.
Transform Your Classroom with A Master of Education in Curriculum And Instruction from MC
Develop effective instructional programs and manage safe, supportive learning environments using the latest evidence-based instruction and best practices.
The M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction provides current educators the skills and knowledge to improve their teaching effectiveness and enhance their students’ achievement. Throughout the program candidates will learn how to apply evidence-based instruction, assessments, national and state standards, and comprehensive accountability measures to help transform their classrooms.
This is a practitioner-focused Master’s degree in curriculum and instruction for current educators who want to make a difference with effective instructional practices and curriculum development strategies.
Taught by dedicated faculty members who are practitioners first, this faith-based curriculum helps Educators translate the latest information on brain-based learning into effective classroom practices. Educators will be provided a background in current scientific research and best practices for developing effective instructional programs and managing safe, supportive learning environments.
Upon completion, students can apply to the Mississippi Department of Education for an upgrade from a Class A license to a Class AA license.
MC7 ONLINE ACCELERATED M.ED. PROGRAM
With multiple start dates, accelerated online coursework and affordable tuition, this online M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction program will prepare you for career opportunities such as Instructional Coordinator, Education Specialist, Curriculum and Assessment Director or Program Administrator.
Our accelerated courses are arranged in a specific sequence and are offered in six 7-week terms which correspond with the fall (fall term 1 & 2), spring (spring term 1 & 2), and summer (summer term 1 & 2) semesters. The MC7 course rotation has been constructed to allow candidates who are full time (typically 2 classes per fall and spring term and 1 class each summer term) to complete their coursework in 12 months. For those students choosing part time (typically 1 class per 7-week term), the coursework can be completed in 24 months.
Catalog Listing
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Requirements |
Class Name | Hours |
| Required Core Courses | 9 | |
|
EDU 6504 |
Research — Methods and Procedures Credits |
3 |
|
EDU 6535 |
Curriculum Development Credits |
3 |
| Choose one of the following courses | ||
|
EDU 6522 |
Current Methodology in Elementary Education Credits |
3 |
|
EDU 6523 |
Current Methodology in Secondary Education Credits |
3 |
|
Required Content Courses |
21 | |
|
EDU 6503 |
Teaching Elementary and Junior High Mathematics Credits |
3 |
| EDU 6525 |
Studies in the Teaching of Elementary School Language Arts Credits |
3 |
| EDU 6526 |
Instructional Dimension of Leadership Credits |
3 |
|
EDU 6533 |
Information Management Dimension of Leadership Credits |
3 |
|
EDU 6540 |
Project-Based Science Curriculum Credits |
3 |
|
EDU 6542 |
Technology in Education Credits |
3 |
|
EDU 6554 |
Tests and Measurement Credits |
3 |
| Total | 30 |
ADMISSION, MAINTENANCE AND GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Must have completed a teacher education program from an accredited university and/or must have earned a Class A standard educator license issued by a State Department of Education or recognized State Agency. (A photocopy of the standard educator license is required.)
- Must have at least twelve semester hours of undergraduate courses in education and psychology.
- Must have met or surpassed the acceptable score on the Praxis II Specialty Test, appropriate state licensing test where teaching license was issued, or meet university GRE requirement.
- Must maintain a 3.0 quality point average.
- No degree requirement may be waived without the approval of the Graduate Dean.
- Must have minimum of eighteen hours of undergraduate courses in the teaching field in which the graduate degree will be pursued.
GET THE ADMISSION CRITERIA DETAILS FOR OUR ONLINE M.ED. PROGRAM
The School of Education admission process has specific requirements that students must meet to enroll in the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction online program. Find out the requirements, what additional materials you should send and where you need to send them.
M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction Online Requirements
- Send all official transcripts from previously attended colleges or universities
- Must have bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with a 2.5 GPA
- Must hold a standard, renewable teaching license in Elementary, Secondary or K-12 subject area; a copy must be on file with MC Grad Admissions office
- Documentation of appropriate, professional test scores
- Must maintain a 3.0 GPA through program
Transcripts should be sent to:
Mississippi College
Graduate Admissions Office
MC Box 4067
Clinton, MS 39058
Photocopies of your educator's license can be faxed to 601-925-7368 or emailed to GPS@mc.edu.
Comprehensive Exam
- Applies to all M.Ed. programs and is taken by the student upon completion of program coursework
- A student with a 3.75 cumulative GPA will be exempt from the exam
- If student does not meet the required GPA, he/she can complete online or in written format and will have one additional attempt to complete if he/she does not pass the first time
License: A photocopy of your Standard Class Educator's License issued by a state department of education or a state educator licensing agency. You must hold a STANDARD, 5-YEAR, RENEWABLE LICENSE to be considered. If you do not have a copy, your school district usually has one on file and will make a copy for you, or an individual may request a duplicate copy of a license by submitting a completed Licensure Application and a $5 money order (personal checks not accepted) to the Mississippi Department of Education; Office of Educator Licensure; P.O. Box 771; Jackson, MS 39205.
Exam Scores: Documentation of acceptable scores are required. You may request the Office of Educator Licensure to provide scores on file by submitting a written request to the Mississippi Department of Education; Office of Educator Licensure; P.O. Box 771; Jackson, MS 39205. The request may also be sent by email to Kathy Hallman at khallman@mde.k12.ms.us. Be sure to include your full name and social security number in correspondence.
KNOW THE MILESTONES THAT WILL GUIDE YOUR STUDENT JOURNEY
The School of Education offers multiple start dates each year for the convenience of our M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction online students. Students should consider application date deadlines, turn in all the required documents, register for classes and pay tuition for their desired program start date.
