This Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction degree, distance education option (also known as the Generalist program) provides a sound combination of theory, methodology and a substantive content area, with some flexibility within the program emphasis, supporting areas.
This 36 hour non-thesis graduate degree option in Curriculum and Instruction is designed to develop effective teaching and research tools that increase educational opportunity and workplace access.
The Master of Education (MEd) degree is rooted in evidence-based research to promote the agentive development of teach practitioners in PK-12 settings. The practical framing of coursework yields transformative curricular teacher leaders prepared to impact a variety of local and global contexts. Program experiences equip master’s students with translational tools to hone classroom practices from the local classroom setting to the larger educational settings.
ADMISSIONS
To be admitted to the M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction program, you must apply to the Department of Teaching, Learning and Culture and to Texas A&M University.
How to ApplyPROGRAM DESIGN
The program incorporates the following content elements:
1) ACADEMIC LEARNING
- Research-supported, effective instructional techniques for high rates of student academic learning;
- Research-supported, effective instructional techniques for efficient and successful classrooms;
- Techniques for developing, enhancing and evaluating curricula and lessons for K–12 learners;
- Classroom research techniques for evaluating and documenting student and program success and
- Techniques for enhancing student success on high-stake, state-wide assessments.
2) SOCIAL CLIMATE AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING
- Techniques for enhancing learner self-efficacy and student general self-concept and
- Techniques for ensuring school-wide respect for the linguistic/cultural diversity of students and their families.
3) SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT
- Skillful participation in school improvement efforts, including needs assessments, goal setting, developing an action plan and evaluating improvement results. School improvement efforts should target academic learning of students.
4) FAMILY AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
- Techniques for developing inclusive partnerships with families and
- Techniques for working with the broader community and other social service agencies (interagency partnerships and collaboration)
The primary delivery system is online. Online formats vary by class, dependent on material presented, but will include eCampus, Power Point presentations, video lectures, assignments, group projects, chat rooms, reading assignments and additional course materials.
Note: This is not a teacher certification program
Curriculum
Prior to 2019 Online M.Ed. Curriculum
| REQUIRED COURSES | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| EDCI 602 | Cultural Foundations of Education | 3 |
| EDCI 644 | Curriculum Development | 3 |
| EDCI 673 | Analysis of Teaching Behavior | 3 |
| EDCI 634 | Reflective Inquiry (must be taken during final semester) | 3 |
An additional 24 hours of elective coursework is required to complete this degree. Up to two elective courses can be taken outside the department with faculty advisor’s permission and prior approval.
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| Elective | Choose from any 600 level EDCI or RDNG course offered. | 3 |
| Elective | Choose from any 600 level EDCI or RDNG course offered. | 3 |
| Elective | Choose from any 600 level EDCI or RDNG course offered. | 3 |
| Elective | Choose from any 600 level EDCI or RDNG course offered. | 3 |
| Elective | Choose from any 600 level EDCI or RDNG course offered. | 3 |
Program Details
Degrees Offered: Master of Education, M.Ed.
Program Delivery: Online
Credit Hours: 36, non-thesis
Contact Advisors
Ambyr Rios
Associate Director, Online Education
Contact Faculty
Shaun Hutchins
Lecturer
JACQUELINE STILLISANO
Lecturer
RADHIKA VIRURU
Clinical Professor
JAMES LAUB
Clinical Assistant Professor
DR. WILLIAM RUPLEY
Professor
DR. SHARON MATTHEWS
Clinical Assistant Professor
DR. R. MALT JOSHI
Professor
DR. ROBIN RACKLEY
Clinical Professor
DR. LARRY KELLY
Clinical Professor
DR. MARY M. CAPRARO
Professor
DR. HERSH WAXMAN
Professor
DR. MONICA NESHYBA
Clinical Assistant Professor
DR. PATRICK SLATTERY
Professor and Associate Department Head for Graduate Studies
Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson
Assistant Dean of Educator Preparation & School Partnerships
Online M.Ed. Frequently Asked Questions
Online M.Ed.
Can you guide me through the application process?
Completed Application: A completed Apply Texas application. Apply online at www.applytexas.org. The name on your application must match your name as it appears in your passport. Application Fee: A non-refundable $65 application fee for domestic applicants and $90 application fee for international applicants. The application fee may be paid by check, money order or approved credit card. Applicants who wish to pay by credit card may do so as part of the online application. If you are unable to pay the fee online, you may call the Graduate Admissions Office at 979-845-1060. Official Transcripts and Records: Submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended. NOTE: You do not need to submit an official transcript from Texas A&M University. For information on submitting official transcripts to Texas A&M University, please visit their website. * If you are currently a graduate student at Texas A&M University, please contact our office at 979-862-8032 for information on applying to the TLAC department. TLAC Departmental Admissions In addition to the Texas A&M University admission requirements, the Department of Teaching, Learning and Culture requires the following information: The departmental application will be submitted electronically. You will be required to upload a copy of your professional resume, three professional references, and writing samples.
How to Apply: Master’s Application Information | Doctoral Application Information
I still have further questions—who can I contact to help me answer those?
Please feel free to contact the Graduate Advising Office in 211 Harrington Tower. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We can be reached at (979) 862-8032. (This is our front desk phone.) You can e-mail us at tlacgant@tamu.edu. Our mailing address is 4232 TAMU; College Station, TX 77843-4232. Office fax number: (979) 862-4352. Please make sure to include a cover sheet when faxing.