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News: The School of Education Redesigns its Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction
We are currently in the process of redesigning our Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction program, so we are no longer accepting applications. The School of Education is designing a new and exciting program to reflect the needs of 21st century teachers, students, and schools. This new program is not ready at this time, but we welcome your contact information so that we can inform you when our new program is ready to accept applicants. Please contact Graduate Admissions if you wish to get on our mailing list. If you have suggestions for our program please contact Chery Takkunen, Graduate Education Program Chair at ctakkene@css.edu or 218-723-7052 / 800-447-5444 .
Please note that we ARE still accepting applications for all of our other graduate programs including our Educational Technology Certificate, Online Instruction Certificate, Graduate Teaching Licensure Program, and the School Media and Technology Program.
MEd in Curriculum and Instruction has been
a high-quality online program since 1995
The Curriculum and Instruction Master's Program at The College of St. Scholastica:
- Is a flexible online program. Work full time and study when it's convenient for your busy schedule.
- Develops best practices and innovative solutions for diverse learning environments
- Promotes personal growth and professional development
- Offers dedicated caring faculty that assist students throughout the program
- Integrates theory and practice to apply in real world classrooms
- Is EAB approved for Wisconsin teachers
- 34 credit program - 2007-2008 tuition rate $415 per credit
Special opportunity for groups of ten or more:
The two required onsite components, orientation and final colloquium, can be arranged for delivery for cohorts of ten or more students who live in a geographical region. Ask about this special feature!
Special opportunity Information sessions:
The College of St Scholastica is happy to bring an information session to your school! We'll provide you and your colleagues with all the facts you'll need to make an educated decision. Contact Dr Kay Lutz at klutz@css.edu, 218-723-5971 or toll-free 800-447-5444 to make arrangements.
If you have your Master's degree or are not ready to commit to a Master's degree, earn a certificate in Educational Technology!
The Master's of Education degree and the Educational Technology Certificate gives you the opportunity to improve student learning with the latest technology innovations. Enhance your technology skills and gain a professional advantage. This certificate offers four 3-credit ONLINE courses which you can apply to your graduate degree. CLICK HERE for more information regarding this certificate.
National Recognition
St. Scholastica has repeatedly received national
recognition for academic excellence and value.
U.S. News & World Report magazine's 2006
"America's Best Colleges" ranks St. Scholastica
as a "Best Universities-Master's" for providing
a full range of master's level programs.
Overview
The College of St. Scholastica master's degree program in Curriculum and Instruction seeks to challenge graduate students to evaluate their current practices, expand their views on K-12 student learning and assessment, and develop their capacity to apply theoretical concepts and research-based best practices in their classrooms. Faculty prepare graduate students to identify and analyze educational issues and provide leadership for innovative solutions within their work settings. Finally, students develop best practices in the courses they take and become proficient in using action research to address questions from their own practice.
Program Description
The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction program provides access to a high quality graduate education through an online format. The program challenges students to examine their practice from an analytical and reflective viewpoint in order to encourage critical and creative thinking. Through increased awareness of current educational research and best practices, students are empowered to provide leadership in their educational settings. The program is designed to promote personal growth, professional development, and leadership potential of educators.
Core courses are designed to provide students with a solid foundation in effective teaching practices. These courses include an emphasis on student learning, diversity issues, and authentic assessment. The Learning Environment Core courses further address students' interest areas and challenges. The selection includes a wide range of relevant educational topics.
Outcomes
Program outcomes are aligned with the National Board of Professional Teachers Standards (NBPTS) and the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (INTASC) Standards.
Upon completion of the Curriculum and Instruction graduate program at The College of St. Scholastica, the graduate will be able to:
- Analyze and reflect on current approaches to teaching and learning;
- Examine theoretical bases of educational innovations and thought presented in the literature;
- Identify contemporary issues in education and examine their effect on classroom practice;
- Develop and apply strategies for addressing a broad range of educational challenges;
- Provide appropriate educational opportunities for the diverse population of students they serve;
- Evaluate professional growth they achieve as a result of participating in the program;
- Foster relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community;
- Conduct classroom action research project to answer questions related to their practice.
Format
The program is offered in an online format, which allows education professionals to maintain their current employment status while enhancing their knowledge and skills. Students are not required to attend formal class meetings other than the opening seminar and the closing colloquium. The Curriculum and Instruction program can be completed in two years with two courses per semester.
Students are encouraged to work together, and some assignments require collaboration with colleagues. This collaboration can occur in person or through various communication methods. An optional summer institute is offered on-campus during the summer session. Students order the required course materials from the College bookstore, which will then be mailed at the beginning of each term.
Chery Takkunen
Chair, Graduate Education Programs
The College of St. Scholastica
1200 Kenwood Avenue
Duluth, MN 55811
(800) 447-5444
(218) 723-7052
ctakkune@css.edu
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