Curriculum & Instruction (M.Ed.)

Focus Strands

• English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
• Gifted Education
• International Teaching leading to IB credential
• Reading

Advanced Content

• M.Ed. ECE
• M.Ed. English, History, or Middle Grades

• Admission decisions made after receipt of all required documentation
• Final application deadline for all considerations: May 1, 2020
• Orientation during first night of class

School systems interested in on-site delivery of focus strands or similar professional development opportunities should be in contact with Dr. Charles Burrage (charles.burrage@ung.edu)for more information.

• Customized for each individual student
• Emphasis on research and teaching
• Cohort format
• Flexible program platform for working professionals (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, online, and future possibility of site-based cohort)
• 36-credit hour program completed in 5 semesters
• Consists of three strands: research, curriculum and instruction, and a focus/advanced content area
• Focus strands consist of online courses. Advanced content is online, hybrid, and/or face to face
• On average, students have at least five years of professional work experience
• Stepping stone for future doctoral program(s)
• Candidates must pass the Curriculum and Instruction GACE prior to program completion

• Convenient location on our Cumming Campus
• Consistent evening schedule through fall, spring, and summer semesters
• Full use of facility (library, etc) for M.Ed. students outside of class time - ID card access required

• In-state tuition eligibility - GA resident as of spring 2019
• All tuition and fees are subject to approval by the GA Board of Regents
• Affordable, focus relevant courses
• Courses led by both academic and active industry faculty
• Cross-functional knowledge sharing and application
• The flexible degree program conforms to the expectations of the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) and graduates may be eligible for pay increases within their county

Please note: candidates must hold a professional certificate to upgrade and add the new field.