Ben Franklin was right. If you teach them, they will remember. Involve them, they will learn. At A&M-Commerce, we’re committed to educating Texas students with the best and brightest. Curriculum and instruction is one way we’re making this happen. Our graduate program lets you apply principles of pedagogy, methodology and instruction to the elementary classroom. Earning your master’s degree in curriculum and instruction provides other benefits as well. New job opportunities, increased salary and deeper appreciation are just a few. Let your desire to lead the next generation begin here, in Commerce, Texas.
Where It Is Offered
Mesquite, Online
Duration1.5 to 2 years
Foreign LanguageNo foreign language credits required
SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED WITH A master’s DEGREE IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
Career Readiness
Participate in excellence-driven programs that empower you with knowledge of curriculum content, pedagogy, instructional design and evidence-based assessments.
Accomplished Faculty
Enjoy the opportunity to learn from home with guidance and mentorship from world-class faculty who are respected researchers in their fields.
Education Success
Join the ranks of our graduates who have gone on to become high school principals, superintendents and school counselors.
Hands-on Training
Whether it’s a full year in the classroom, practicum courses or internships, you will engage in practical, real-world learning experiences that build confidence and skills.
Guidance You Need
Located in the Frank Young Education North Building, our Mentor Center provides the information and support you need to reach your career goals.
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction offers two tracks to your master’s degree. Explore the option that works best for your research interests and lifestyle.
Future Educators
Earn your way to the classroom through our Master of Science(MS) degree. Our flexible program lets you earn your initial teaching certification while working toward your master’s degree. Improve classroom content and delivery by studying classroom management, diversity and equity in education, and language arts. Upon successful completion of degree and program requirements, you will be certified to teach in Texas.
Designed for Texas certified educators, our Masters of Education (MEd) focuses on improving classroom teaching. You’ll learn how to enhance the classroom experience by studying the content and methodology of subjects. In addition, you’ll receive a minor in a topic of your choice. We recommend this program to students interested in instructional design.
Master of Education/Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction :: Careers
Careers
Gain the recognition you deserve by earning your master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Many ISDs reward educators with salary increases and job openings when they pursue higher learning. Our graduate program also opens opportunities to make a difference at the administrative level.
Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries
Instructional Coordinators
$64,450
Kindergarten and Elementary School Teacher
$57,980
High School Teacher
$60,320
US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2018
Master of Education/Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction :: FEATURED COURSES
Featured Courses
Diversity and Equity in EducationEDCI 559
Focus on factors of diversity that impact decisions you make regarding implementation of curriculum, teaching strategies, and materials to provide equity and excellence for all learners.
Issues in Development Elementary Curriculum EDCI 545
Learn how various philosophies have influenced the elementary curriculum to meet the changing social and economic trends. Research articles and practical experience will help evaluate and construct, procedures and study units for elementary schools.
Leadership and Supervision in SchoolsEDCI 535
A study of the meaning and fundamental principles of leadership and supervision. Consideration is given to the development of leaders and how to solve administrative and pedagogical problems that educators encounter.
Mathematical Instruction for the 21st Century EDCI 540
You’ll take a closer look at how children learn mathematics, and how we can foster a mindset for doing mathematics. It includes: NCTM’s principles for mathematics education; ways children develop mathematical understanding, problem solving skills, and processes used to get there; analyzing student’s error patterns; and resources for teaching mathematics.
Master of Education/Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction :: Course Delivery and Resources
Course Delivery
Designed for current educators and working professionals, our fully online program offers a flexible way to earn your master’s degree. Study at your own convenience, wherever you may be.
Select “Create a new graduate school admissions application.”
Select “Texas A&M University-Commerce (Commerce)” as your “Target University.”
Select one of the following as your “Major”
Curriculum and Instruction,MED for certified teachers or
Curriculum and Instruction, MS for those seeking initial teacher certification as part of the master’s degree
Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Provisional Status
After you submit your application, you may be granted provisional status, which means you can enroll in one semester of courses. You will not be eligible for financial aid until you submit all of your documents and are accepted into the program.
Step 2. Submit Documents
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to [email protected].
We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
Postal Alternative
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce Attn: Graduate School PO Box 3011 Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
Statement of Goals
Submit a statement of educational and professional goals of 500 words or less on the following prompt:
Discuss your educational and professional goals and how you believe this graduate degree will help you achieve them.
Resume or CV
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.
Test Scores or Teaching Certificate
You do not need to submit test scores if you have a valid teaching certificate. Email a copy of your valid teaching certificate to [email protected]
If you do not have a teaching certificate, you may submit your scores for one of the following tests:
PPR, ExCet or TExES
MS and MA applicants can submit PACT or PRAXIS scores in place of GRE scores.
Submit official General Test GRE scores
Request that your GRE®scores be sent to Texas A&M University-Commerce (6188) when you register for the test. If you have already taken the GRE®, you can order additional score reports.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
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