Program Overview

M.S.Ed. in Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum (Online Collaborative)

Overview

The M.S.Ed. in Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum is a 30-credit hour program that offers flexible learning for gaining valuable experience. Drawing on research-based pedagogies, this degree provides the opportunity to grow professionally in knowledge and gain skills to teach and design curriculum that meets various learners. The program utilizes innovative practices to develop leaders in the fields of curriculum and instruction.

Program Tracks

• Early Childhood Care and Education
• STEM and Arts Innovations
• Teacher Leadership and Instructional Coaching
• Educating Exceptional Learners

Intended Audience

This program is intended for:

• Currently licensed teachers
• Educators outside of pre-K-12 classrooms
• Graduate students who seek to become educational leaders in a variety of fields

Important Note

This program does not lead to initial licensure or certification.

Admission Requirements

To be accepted into this program, applicants must have:

1. A Bachelor's degree
2. A 3.0 minimum GPA The application process includes:
3. Official transcripts from each undergraduate institution
4. Resume
5. Personal statement
6. Two professional letters of recommendation

Application Dates

• Fall semester: August 1
• Spring semester: January 1

Program Requirements

To earn an M.S.Ed. in Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum, students must complete 30 credit hours, broken down into:

• Core courses and capstone course (18 credits)
• Track courses (12 credits)

Funding

Potential resources for graduate students include:

• Multiple scholarships available to support IU School of Education in Indianapolis students
• T.E.A.C.H. Early ChildhoodÛ Indiana scholarships for early childhood education professionals who work 30+ hours per week in Indiana
• Tuition reimbursement or tuition assistance programs through employers

Careers

Graduates may pursue careers as:

• District or school-level curriculum director
• District or school-level equity and inclusion coordinator
• Instructional coach/specialist (all levels)
• Director or Coordinator of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
• State-level education department, informal education, education-based non-profits, or educational outreach

Scholarships

T.E.A.C.H. Early ChildhoodÛ scholarships are available for early childhood education professionals who work 30+ hours per week in Indiana.

GRE Requirement

No GRE is required for applicants with a degree from an accredited U.S. institution.