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Dec 17, 2024
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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.
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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 |
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Non-Thesis |
30 Credit Hours |
Select one of the following options
Thesis
- EDFN 798 - Thesis (COM) 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 .
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