College of Education Health and Human Services
School of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies
www.kent.edu/ehhs/tlcs

About This Program

The Curriculum and Instruction M.Ed. program curriculum focused on the latest research and best practices in education, you'll gain the knowledge and experience you need to create effective learning experiences for your students. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting out, our program will provide you with the tools you need to succeed in today's ever-changing educational landscape. Read more...

Contact Information

• Scott Courtney (Curriculum and Teaching Studies and Mathematics Education) | scourtn5@kent.edu | 330-672-2580
  Kristine Pytash (English/Language Arts Education) | kpytash@kent.edu | 330-672-0641
  Danielle Gruhler, Ph.D. (Middle Childhood Education) | dgruhler@kent.edu | 330-672-6517
  Lisa Borgerding, Ph.D. (Science Education) | ldonnell@kent.edu | 330-672-0614
  Lisa Testa, Ph.D. (Secondary Education) | etesta@kent.edu | 330-672-0647
  Todd Hawley, Ph.D. (Social Studies Education) | thawley1@kent.edu | 330-672-0670

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Program Delivery

• Delivery:
  • Fully online (Curriculum and Teaching Studies, Mathematics Education concentrations)
  • Mostly online (Curriculum and Teaching Studies, English/Language Arts Education, Mathematics Education, Middle Childhood Education, Science Education and Social Studies concentrations)
  • In person (Secondary Education concentration)
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries*

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For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
• Official transcript(s)
• Goal Statement
• Two letters of recommendation
• English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:¹
  • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
  • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
  • Minimum 58 PTE score
  • Minimum 110 DET score

The Secondary Education concentration does not allow direct admission; students may enter only with a change of major initiated by their faculty advisor. This concentration is for students who have completed the coursework for the M.A.T. degree in Secondary Education but who have not completed the teacher licensure requirements.

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International applicants who do not meet the above test scores may be considered for conditional admission.

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester
  • Rolling admissions
• Spring Semester
  • Rolling admissions
• Summer Term
  • Rolling admissions

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Curriculum and Teaching Studies Concentration Requirements

English/Language Arts Education Concentration Requirements

Mathematics Education Concentration Requirements

Middle Childhood Education Concentration Requirements

Science Education Concentration Requirements

Social Studies Education Concentration Requirements

Secondary Education Concentration Requirements

Graduation Requirements

• No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
• Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the program will be able to:

1. Educate in multicultural settings.
2. Function as professional leaders for curriculum reform and renewal.
3. Demonstrate the disposition and skills for continuing professional development.

Full Description

The Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction provides a wide range of graduate study opportunities in progressive, research-based curriculum and teaching practices. The program prepares educators for continuing professional development, education in a multicultural society and leadership for curriculum reform and renewal.

The Curriculum and Instruction major comprises the following concentrations:

• Curriculum and Teaching Studies
• English/Language Arts Education
• Mathematics Education
• Middle Childhood Education
• Science Education
• Secondary Education
• Social Studies Education

The concentrations do not lead to teacher education licensure or endorsement.