Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction

Curriculum and Instruction degree programs prepare students to teach, plan, and create courses for schools and education programs. Students will perform intensive study about specific ages, grade levels and subjects, as well as learn how to use and evaluate teaching materials. Graduates of curriculum and instruction programs will demonstrate teaching proficiency and an advanced level of knowledge in their content area. In the program, students will study various factors that influence curriculum and pedagogy, learning theories and methodologies, assessments and how to interpret assessment data, and effective communication skills for collaborating with parents, colleagues and professionals. Graduates of our program are also expected to be committed to the highest quality of competence, ethics, and integrity in the practice of the profession. The advanced master's degree is available for teachers who hold Georgia T-4 certification in the related certification field and wish to do advanced work in their teaching field.

Career Opportunities

Our graduates find careers as teachers and administrators in both public and private schools, and some go on to teach at the university level.
The list of potential area employers in physical education includes the Chatham County School System, the Effingham County School System, Bryan County School System, McIntosh County School System, Screven County School System, and the many private schools in those counties.

Course of Study

Students will take a total of 30 credit hours, with 18 being in their specialized discipline area.