College of Education and Human ServicesSchool of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies
www.kent.edu/ehhs/tlcs
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About This Program
The Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies 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
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:
Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries*
Education teachers, postsecondary
- 4.8% about as fast as the average
- 77,300 number of jobs
- $65,440 potential earnings
Instructional coordinators
- 5.9% faster than the average
- 192,900 number of jobs
- $66,970 potential earnings
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.
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.
Application Deadlines
- Fall Semester
- Spring Semester
- Summer Term
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Educate in multicultural settings.
- Function as professional leaders for curriculum reform and renewal.
- 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.
