Curriculum & Instruction Option

Spring 2024 Application Deadline:  January 1st, 2024

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For teachers interested in developing their skills to teach all curricular areas, this option is one choice for consideration. This degree pathway is designed for teachers interested in honing their knowledge and teaching skills to promote achievement for all elementary students through coursework designed to broaden knowledge of curriculum design models for K-6 classrooms, develop leadership skills as a teacher leader in understanding the context of K-6 education, acquire research skills in the disciplines specific to Elementary Education, and develop skills and knowledge in effectively working with students and families of diverse cultural backgrounds. Courses include the study of the research in each discipline and pedagogy to prepare elementary teachers to teach 21st century skills. This degree pathway is designed for a cohort of 18-22 graduate students. Each cohort will be customized to provide a selected focus on state curriculum frameworks and standards, while also addressing district or school-specific goals to provide a rich, meaning-centered curriculum that engages all students.

Information Sessions

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Join us for an information session to learn all about the program and have your questions answered.

• Tuesday, September 12 from 4 - 5 PM
• Monday, November 6 from 6 - 7 PM
• Wednesday, October 11 from 5 - 6 PM
• Thursday, November 16 from 7 - 8 PM
• Thursday, December 14 from 5 - 6 PM

RSVP at https://bit.ly/eedcsunma

 Curriculum & Instruction Option

• Application Instructions

Graduate Advisor:  Dr. Mira Pak

For teachers interested in developing their skills to teach all curricular areas, this option is one choice for consideration. This degree pathway is designed for teachers interested in honing their knowledge and teaching skills to promote achievement for all elementary students through coursework designed to broaden knowledge of curriculum design models for K-6 classrooms, develop leadership skills as a teacher leader in understanding the context of K-6 education, acquire research skills in the disciplines specific to Elementary Education, and develop skills and knowledge in effectively working with students and families of diverse cultural backgrounds. Courses include the study of the research in each discipline and pedagogy to prepare elementary teachers to teach 21st century skills. This degree pathway is designed for a cohort of 18-22 graduate students. Each cohort will be customized to provide a selected focus on state curriculum frameworks and fstandards, while also addressing district or school-specific goals to provide a rich, meaning-centered curriculum that engages all students.