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Curriculum and Instruction, Master of Education

VISION
Teacher Certification Programs at City University of Seattle strive to recruit, retain, and support a diverse educator workforce that mirrors the diversity of the PK-12 student population in schools. We aim to cultivate learning spaces in which all community members feel connected to and rooted in relationships within themselves, each other, and the environment. Our vision is to help future teachers align their instructional practices in culturally sustaining ways that foster the development of conscious, global citizens of the world who are at home in their place, environment, and communities.

MISSION
Teacher Certification Programs at City University of Seattle provide relevant, relationship-based learning experiences rooted in culturally sustaining and identity affirming practices for future PK-12 teachers. We equip future teachers with tools, strategies, and awareness to effectively and equitably facilitate humanizing, healing-centered, and high-quality learning experiences for PK-12 students in the school setting.

 

The Master of Education Curriculum and Instruction prepares students to use research-based methodologies for increasing student learning and improving classroom practices. Students will be able to apply their learnings to specified learning outcomes (often using their own classrooms as a basis for what they learn) and earn credit toward their master’s degree. Course topics focus on best practices for personal evaluation, multicultural perspectives, globalized learning, family and community engagement, individualized instruction, and more. In addition, students can customize their program to align with their professional interests through specialized student options.

Master of Education degrees may require additional documentation of Professional certification programs or academic credentials. Exceptions to these policies may be made by the dean.

Program Outcomes

The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction will prepare students to:

Design and implement effective instructional plans that include a variety of evidence-based strategies, culturally sustaining pedagogies, and support diverse learning needs across content areas.

Apply a variety of assessment strategies to monitor learning and make data-informed instructional decisions.

Develop equity literacy through reflective practice.

Co-create classroom culture and community that fosters student engagement, social emotional learning, and positive relationships.

Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the legal, professional, and ethical responsibilities of teaching.

Synthesize current research, share it effectively, and apply new knowledge to professional practice.

Admission Requirements

In addition to City University of Seattle's graduate admission requirements, found under Admissions in the catalog menu, applicants to this program must also meet the requirements listed below:

  • Complete a bachelor degree from an accredited institution or a master or doctoral degree from an accredited institution
  • Complete a Master of Education Admissions Questionnaire
  • Submit a Resume with three references
  • Submit a Goal Statement that includes a statement of your career goals and how this Master of Education program will help you attain your goals (at least one page in length, but not longer than two pages)

 

(Procedure 2100.01.01)

 

Total Required Credits (39 Credits)

Foundation Core (12 Credits)

ECU 504Graduate Research and Methodology *

4
ECU 506Practice of Diversity and Global Education *

4
ECU 508School and Community Engagement *

4

Emphasis Requirements (24 Credits)

Curriculum and Instruction Emphasis

ECU 542Instructional Theory and Design *

6
ECU 552Assessment for Student Learning *

6
ECU 561Curriculum Design and Evaluation *

6
ECU 562Differentiated Instruction *

6

Specialized Study Emphasis

Student must choose 24 credits from pre-approved areas of study. Examples of specialized study emphasis areas include Elementary Education, National Boards, or STEM. Please contact an advisor.

Master Thesis Project (3 Credits)

ECU 601Master of Education Capstone Project *

3

 

Courses with an asterisk (*) after their title have a pre- or co-requisite.