2024-2025 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Dec 21, 2024  
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Curriculum and Instruction (M.Ed.)

Location(s): Online


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Program Coordinator/Contact

Tony Durr, Associate Professor
School of Education, Counseling and Human Development
Wenona Hall 206
605-201-5239

Program Information

The degree in Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) is designed to meet the needs of individuals who work (or plan to work) in some kind of an instructional capacity. The degree does not lead to a South Dakota teaching certificate nor does it lead to an endorsement on the South Dakota teaching certificate.

The C&I degree is structured to allow a great deal of flexibility. It is expected that students will take a mixture of required courses and elective credits, depending on their areas of interest. These courses may be completed with no intention of seeking a degree or may be used as part of the basis for completing a C&I degree.

Course Delivery Format

The program can be completed online through the Brookings Campus. Each of the required core courses for this program are delivered in 8-week sessions. Each semester will have two distinct 8-week sessions for courses. 

Student Learning Outcomes


  • Knowledge of current issues: The graduate of the curriculum and instruction program displays knowledge of current practices, research, theories, and issues in education.
  • Knowledge of learning: The graduate of the curriculum and instruction program demonstrates knowledge of how students learn and is able to effectively apply that knowledge within a variety of educational roles.
  • Curricular processes: The graduate of the curriculum and instruction program effectively participates in curricular processes.
  • Communication skill: The graduate of the curriculum and instruction program effectively communicates.
  • Foundational lifelong learning skills: The graduate of the curriculum and instruction program displays commitment to professional involvement and growth through continual learning, reflective practice, and collaboration.
  • Technology: The graduate of the curriculum and instruction program makes appropriate use of educational technology.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees


Master of Science Thesis 30 Credit Hours
  Non-Thesis 30 Credit Hours

Select one of the following options


Thesis


  • Credits: 1-6 (6 credits required)
  • ECE, EDER, EDFN, AGED, EDAD, EPSY, FCSE, or HDFS Electives Credits: 3

Non-Thesis


  • ECE, EDER, EDFN, AGED, EDAD, EPSY, FCSE, or HDFS Electives Credits: 9

Total Required Credits: 30 (Thesis & Non-Thesis)


Additional Admission Requirements


GRE: Not required
TOEFL: 79-80 Internet-based
TOEFL Essentials: 8.5
IELTS: 6.5
Duolingo: 110

Applicants must provide a resume, goal statement, and two letters of professional reference to Education, Counseling and Human Development. Once all material is received, it is reviewed by the program faculty. Students are assigned an admission status of “unconditional,” “conditional” or “not admitted.”

General Requirements


Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .