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Curriculum and Instruction

33 to 36 credits

This program is designed for individuals who would like to broaden their knowledge of theory and practice in education. Completion of this program will enhance graduate students' understanding of curricular issues and their impact on instructional practice. This program prepares individuals for continued development as master teachers in schools or other instructional institutions. Core coursework will lead to an in-depth understanding of the theoretical underpinnings supporting classroom instruction and educational reform. Key components of this program include focus on literacy, diversity, integration of technology, and an interdisciplinary perspective in education. Within this program graduate students have the option of electing coursework which expands their expertise in one educational area.

Course Requirements

Students who opt to take 514 and complete a research study must choose EDUG 510, Statistics for Research, as one of the elective courses. In lieu of enrolling in EDUG 514 and completing a research study, students may enroll in two additional courses in education at Saint Xavier University. The two courses should further the students' professional goals. These two courses may not be transferred from another institution or program. Elective courses must be approved by the student's faculty advisor and the Director of Graduate Studies.

Graduation Requirements

All coursework must be completed within five years of admission. A cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 must be maintained; a grade of D is not acceptable toward satisfying degree requirements. Not more than six (6) semester hours of appropriate graduate credit, taken prior to being admitted to Saint Xavier University and taken within the past five years, may be transferred from another institution.