The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction centers on tightly-integrated and application-based curriculum that aligns with national standards and core competencies. This professionally-focused degree is designed to empower educators with evidence-based research tools to become effective teacher-leaders within their school communities. Incorporation of technology in its delivery, a critical component for teacher-leaders in the 21st century is the special feature of the program.Our program in Curriculum and Instruction aligns with the five core propositions of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Those propositions include:

• A commitment to students and their learning
• Responsibility for managing and monitoring student learning
• Knowledge about the subjects taught and how to teach those subjects to students
• Engaging members of learning communities.
• Dedication to thinking systematically about one's practice and learning from experience