Degrees and Programs

Curriculum and Instruction at SIUE

The Master of Science in education with an emphasis in curriculum and instruction provides practicing teachers with the opportunity to develop deeper and broader understandings of the challenges of teaching and learning in today’s diverse schools. In addition, individuals studying within the School of Education, Health and Human Behavior who work in other educational settings, such as museums, may also deepen their understanding of issues related to curriculum and instruction. This program, offered within the Department of Teaching and Learning, draws on the many areas of expertise of the curriculum and instruction faculty and offers opportunities for learning that can help students grow in their abilities to become leaders in their professions.

At SIUE, students may customize their degree plans to meet their career needs. An area of emphasis offers many possibilities for study:

• Particular subject area, like literacy, math, science or social studies
• Particular age groups, such as early childhood, elementary, middle school, high school or adult education
• Professional issues, such as analysis of teaching and learning strategies, curriculum development, creation of a socially just environment in the classroom, differentiated instruction, teacher and student inquiry, assessment of student learning and/or teacher leadership

Program Format

Classes in the curriculum and instruction program at SIUE are offered in flexible formats. In the fall and spring semesters, courses are offered in the evening. Summer courses are offered in various time frames and months. Courses are offered in various formats:

• In-person, blended/hybrid format
  • Requires two to four campus visits
• Online synchronous
• Online asynchronous

Depending on the courses you choose, you may be able to complete your degree online.

Diversity Statement

SIUE's teacher education programs foster teacher candidates' ability to understand and meet professional responsibilities by modeling respect and value for diversity. Candidates create and engage their students in practices that develop awareness, understanding, respect and a valuing of the forms of diversity that exist in society and their importance in learning and teaching. 

The School of Education, Health and Human Behavior teacher education programs are dedicated to supporting all teacher education candidates, regardless of their economic or social status, and advocates for the rights of students free from discrimination based on race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, ability or age.