Curriculum & Instruction (M.Ed.) - Curriculum Leadership

Program Overview

The Master of Education (MEd) in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Curriculum Leadership equips educators with the skills to lead curriculum planning and management. The program includes core courses on curriculum theory, data-driven decision-making, and action research, along with specialization courses in curriculum design, evaluation, and advanced learning. Students complete a capstone research project to demonstrate their understanding and apply their knowledge to educational settings.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Curriculum Leadership track in the Curriculum and Instruction MEd program is designed to meet the advanced knowledge and skill needs of educators in curriculum planning and management. The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective curriculum leaders.

Outline:

The Curriculum and Leadership track in the Master of Education (MEd) Curriculum and Instruction program requires 15 credit hours of core courses, including completion of a capstone research project (3 credit hours). In addition, students take 18 credit hours of specialization courses.

Core Courses (15 Credit Hours):

• EDG6935 - Introductory Seminar in Teacher Leadership (3)
• EDG6223 - Curriculum Theory, Organization, and Policy (3)
• EDF6472 - Data-Driven Decision-Making for Instruction (3)
• EDF6233 - Introduction to Action Research and Analysis of Classroom Practice (3)
• EDF6635 - Capstone: Action Research in Teacher Leadership (3)

Specialization Courses (18 Credit Hours):

• ESE6217 - Curriculum Design (3)
• ESE6416 - Curriculum Evaluation (3)
• EGI6245 - Curriculum and Instruction for Teaching Advanced, Gifted, and Talented Learners (3)
• EDF6259 - Learning Theories Applied to Leadership in Teaching Practice (3)

Electives (Up to 6 Credit Hours):

• EDF6517 - Perspectives on Education (3)
• EME5050 - Fundamentals of Technology for Educators (3)
• EME6602 - Integration of Technology into the Learning Environments (3)
• EDF6886 - Multicultural Education (3)

Other:

• Track Prerequisites: Evidence of eligibility for a professional teaching certificate in Florida in related area and/or sustained teaching experience within schools/colleges (approved by track coordinator).
• The MEd requires a course-based action research study and completion of a capstone experience.
• Students complete a Capstone Research Project (EDF 6635) at the end of the program.
• Students must complete an Intent to Graduate form the semester prior to enrolling in EDF 6635.