Curriculum & Instruction (M. Ed.)

Discover FGCU's fully accredited Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction, meticulously crafted for ambitious working professionals

Discover FGCU's fully accredited Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction, meticulously crafted for ambitious working professionals. Our program is designed to seamlessly integrate into your busy lifestyle, offering a range of flexible options, including evening classes, online modules, and hybrid courses.

Accelerate Your Success: Embark on an expedited educational journey with our accelerated online 7-week format, available for both reading and elementary education concentrations. This innovative approach allows you to dive deep into your chosen field, gaining valuable knowledge and skills in a condensed timeframe.

Available Delivery Formats: Online or Hybrid

Application Information

The deadline for application of Tuition Waivers:

Fall Deadline: 5:00pm, May 1st

Spring Deadline: 5:00pm, October 1st

Summer Deadline: 5:00pm, March 1st

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FINANCING GRADUATE STUDIES

Endorsements Offered

Forge a path to success by simultaneously earning your master's degree and coveted endorsements in English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and reading. Our program seamlessly integrates these endorsements within the ESOL and reading concentrations, providing a comprehensive and enriching educational experience.

Reading Endorsement

Students who are interested in completing this endorsement can do so while completing their Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction and choosing a concentration in reading. Students can also complete this endorsement separate from the degree program as a non-degree seeking student.

English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement

Students who are interested in completing this endorsement can do so while completing their Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction and choosing a concentration in ESOL. Students can also complete this endorsement separate from the degree program as a non-degree seeking student.

Elementary Education Accelerated Concentration

Courses are offered in an accelerated, seven-week delivery method completely online. Candidates typically take one course every seven weeks.

Reading Education Accelerated Concentration

Courses are offered in an accelerated, seven-week delivery method completely online. Candidates typically take one course every seven weeks.

Concentrations

Elementary Education Concentration
English Education Concentration
Mathematics Education Concentration
Reading Education Concentration
Science Education Concentration
Social Science Education Concentration
English Speakers of Other Languages Endorsement Concentration

Accreditation
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Admissions Information
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Getting Started
Applicants must submit an application online per the individual program’s instructions below. Please contact Graduate Admissions at 239-745-GRAD or graduate@fgcu.edu for additional information about the application process. Satisfaction of minimum University and program requirements does not guarantee admission to a graduate program. Applicants should check with the program for the most up to date admission requirements prior to commencing the application process.
The department bases decisions for regular admissions on a holistic review of credentials in which the criteria listed below are used to assess the potential success of each applicant.
- Submit an FGCU Graduate Admissions Application and satisfy all applicable university admissions requirements.
- Official transcripts that verify an earned baccalaureate degree from an institution that maintains accreditation by a U.S. Department of Education sanctioned accrediting body (https://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html) or equivalent foreign institution.
- A minimum 3.0 overall GPA on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 semester hours of the baccalaureate degree.
- A one-page statement about your career and personal goals connected with pursuing graduate work in Curriculum and Instruction. This statement should explain your motivation for pursuing a master’s degree at FGCU.
- International students must demonstrate English language proficiency in accordance with University regulation.
Program Requirements
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Program Requirements for the 2024-2025 Catalog Year
Program Progression and Additional Graduation Requirements
- Students must satisfactorily complete the minimum number of credits specified by the graduate degree program.
- A grade of B or higher must be earned in all College of Education graduate courses used as prerequisites and each core course.
- Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher in all work attempted.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 for all coursework in program.
- The College of Education limits the transfer of coursework into its graduate programs to a maximum of 12 credits or three courses. Transfer courses must be applicable toward the graduate degree being sought at FGCU, should be current with respect to the specific field of study, and must be approved by the college dean (or designee). Up to 100% of the credits earned from courses taken at FGCU for a teaching certificate can be applied to the master's degree if those courses are required or electives in the master's degree. Course applications require approval of the college dean or designee in conjunction with Academic & Curriculum Support and Graduate Studies.
- Earn more than 50% of the credits toward the degree through FGCU.
- Students must register for a minimum of one credit during the semester in which they apply for graduation.
- Submit an application for graduation by the semester deadline listed in the FGCU Academic Calendar.
Program Requirements
1. Required Courses in the Major (21 credits)
  EDF 6215 Learning Principles (3)
  EDF 6432 Foundation of Measurement (3)
  EDF 6481 Foundations of Ed Research (3)
  EDG 6329 Reflective Practitioner (3)
  EDG 6356 Inst Models and Strategies (3)
  EDG 6363 Capstone Seminar (3)*
  EDG 6627 Found. of Curriculum & Instr. (3)
  
  *Candidates will design and complete a scholarly project approved by their faculty advisor that integrates the principles, theories, and concepts of the C & I program. Students should complete the capstone project in the final semester.
2. Concentration (15 credits)
  
  Elementary Education Concentration
  Required Courses (9 credits)
  RED 6544 Compreh., Cogn.,Cont Area Rdg (3)
  RED 6656 Instruc Struggling Readers (3)
  
  Select one of the following trends in education courses:
  LAE 6616 Trends in Lang Arts Instruct (3)
  MAE 6115 Trends in Math Instruction (3)
  SCE 6455 Trends in Science Instruction (3)
  SSE 6617 Trends in Soc Science Instruc (3)
  
  Electives (6 credits) select two from:
  Other graduate courses within the College of Education, with advisor approval.
  Other content specific courses from outside the College of Education, with advisor approval.
  
  English Education Concentration
  Required Courses (9 credits)
  LAE 6325 Lang Arts Meth: 6-12 (3)
  LAE 6616 Trends in Lang Arts Instruct (3)
  RED 6544 Compreh., Cogn.,Cont Area Rdg (3)
  
  Electives (6 credits) select two from:
  Graduate courses in written composition or literature from outside of the College of Education, with advisor approval.
  Other graduate LAE and/or RED courses within the College of Education, with advisor approval.
  
  Mathematics Education Concentration
  Required Courses (9 credits)
  MAE 6115 Trends in Math Instruction (3)
  MAE 6336 Math Med: 6-12 (3)
  RED 6544 Compreh.,Cogn.,Cont Area Rdg (3)
  
  Electives (6 credits) select two from:
  Graduate courses in Mathematics content from outside of the College of Education, with advisor approval.
  Other graduate MAE courses within the College of Education, with advisor approval.
  
  Reading Education Concentration
  Required Courses (15 credits)
  RED 6540 Assessment in Literacy (3)
  RED 6544 Compreh., Cogn.,Cont Area Rdg (3)
  RED 6545 Vocabulary & Word Study (3)
  RED 6656 Instruc Struggling Readers (3)
  RED 6846 Practicum (3)
  
  Science Education Concentration
  Required Courses (9 credits)
  SCE 6366 Science Methods: 6-12 (3)
  SCE 6455 Trends in Science Instruction (3)
  RED 6544 Compreh.,Cogn.,Cont Area Rdg (3)
  
  Electives (6 credits) select two from:
  Graduate courses in Science content from outside of the College of Education, with advisor approval.
  Other graduate SCE courses from within the College of Education, with advisor approval.
  
  Social Science Education Concentration
  Required Courses (9 credits)
  RED 6544 Compreh., Cogn.,Cont Area Rdg (3)
  SSE 6326 Soc Studies Meth: 6-12 (3)
  SSE 6617 Trends in Soc Science Instruc (3)
  
  Electives (6 credits) select two from:
  Graduate courses in Social Science content from outside the College of Education, with advisor approval.
  Other graduate SSE courses within the College of Education, with advisor approval.
  
  ESOL Endorsement Concentration
  Required Courses (15 credits)
  LIN 5010 Applied Linguistics & 2nd Lang (3)
  TSL 5085 Methods of Teaching ESOL (3)
  TSL 5142 Curriculum & Material Develop (3)
  TSL 5440 Testing & Eval for ESOL Teach (3)
  TSL 5525 Cross Cult Comm Issues in ESL (3)
Total Credits Required: 36 HRS
Course Descriptions
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Official Course Descriptions

Search for official course descriptions by using the Course Description Search utility.

Go to the Course Descriptions Search Web page, then follow these steps:
1. Select an Academic Year from the TERM dropdown (required)
2. Select a course prefix from one of the SUBJECT dropdowns (required)
3. Enter search words in the TEXT field (optional, but will narrow the search results)
4. Press Search
Course Schedule
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Getting started with the Course Schedule Search

Search for program courses by using the Course Schedule Search utility.

Go to the Course Schedule Search Web page, then follow these steps:
1. Select an Academic Year from the TERM dropdown (required)
2. Select one or more of the search options to narrow your results (for example, CAMPUS, COLLEGE, DEPARTMENT, LEVEL, PREFIX*, COURSE ATTRIBUTE**). For virtual or web courses, select VIRTUAL in the CAMPUS field.
3. Press Search.
*A course prefix is a three-letter designator for a major division of an academic discipline (for example, ACG for Accounting , BSC for Biological Science, ENC for English Composition). See the Degree Requirements page for a list of courses (with prefix and number) that can be used to fulfill degree requirements.

**A course attribute identifies specific characteristics of courses that can be used in a Degree Evaluation to satisfy a degree requirement. (Course attribute examples are Humanities courses - GEHM and Social Science courses - GESO.)
Learning Outcomes
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Our program is to prepare teachers for leadership roles through their development of advanced knowledge and skills in the application of theory, research, and practices in curriculum and instruction.

Content/Discipline Knowledge and Skills

Graduates will be able to:
1. Demonstrate ability to use subject matter knowledge, principles of inquiry, and diverse backgrounds of students to plan, facilitate, and assess student learning in a positive, engaging, and safe environment for all learners. C & I Program Outcome 7 (C1.7).
2. Demonstrate the ability to accommodate the needs of diverse learners. C & I Program Outcome 6 (CI.6).
3. Use current research and professional literature to advocate for the use of best instructional practices, equal access to quality learning, and the well-being of learners. Program Outcome 2 (CI.2).
Communication Skills

Graduates will be able to
1. Demonstrate ability to use professional communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders in professional settings. C & I Program Outcome 3 (CI.3).
2. Demonstrate the ability to use technology to enhance learning and communication. C & I Program Outcome 5 (CI.5).
Critical Thinking Skills

Graduates will be able to:
1. Demonstrate ability to critically analyze current theory, research, and practices in the field and assess applications to the learner-centered curriculum and instruction. C& I Program Outcome 1 (CI.1).
2. Demonstrate ability to identify a curricular need and develop a research-based plan to address the need. C& I Program Outcome 4 (CI.4)
Tuition, Fees, and Financial Assistance
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Information on Tuition and Fees is available on the Office of the Bursar website.

Financial Aid and Estimated Cost of Attendance

Contact the Financial Aid Office for information about grants, scholarships, loans, and student employment. See FGCU's Financial Aid website for information and applications. This site also has information on estimated cost of attendance for graduate students.

We're here to answer your questions!

Speak with the program coordinator to learn more about our specific program requirements, the application process, course offerings and more.

Contact

Dawn Martelli

Program Coordinator

Curriculum & Instruction M.Ed.

(239) 590-7765
cmartelli@fgcu.edu

Business Hours

Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm

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