Curriculum and Instruction (M.Ed.)

Degree Description

Trinity’s Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction (M.Ed.) is designed for educators and education professionals who are passionate about transforming schools, school systems, and education programs. This degree prepares education personnel for leadership roles that include increased responsibilities in research, instructional design, and program evaluation.

The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction is a 36-credit hour program. Students have the opportunity to focus their program of study by choosing one of four concentrations: Education Policy and Leadership, Literacy and Reading, Social Justice, and Leadership in Coaching and Supervision. Students in all concentrations participate in an individualized capstone research project through which they can apply the knowledge and skills learned throughout their coursework.

Degree Requirements

Core Curriculum 

The below core curriculum applies to three areas of concentration: Education Policy and Leadership, Literacy and Reading Education, and Social Justice.

ALL of the following courses (27 credits):

EDCC 600 Research in Education
EDCI 505 Psychology of Children and Youth Facing Poverty
EDCI 611 Role of Social, Economic, and Political Systems in Education
EDCI 612 Conflict Management and Resolution
EDCI 650 Global and Ethical Perspectives
EDCI 653 Current Issues in Urban Education
EDCI 654 Curriculum and Program Design
EDCI 656 Principles of Educational Assessment and Evaluation
EDCI 699 Capstone in Curriculum and Instruction

Areas of Concentration

Education Policy and Leadership 

This concentration prepares education professionals to serve as leaders in schools or organizations (such as school districts, federal and state agencies, and non-profits). It provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to critique current standards and use data analysis and evidence to implement education policies and programs to support teachers and impact the future of education. The Education Policy and Leadership track does not lead to teacher licensure.

ALL of the following courses (9 credits)

EDCI 651 Education Leadership
EDCI 657 Education Law & Policy
EDCI 658

Literacy and Reading Education 
This concentration is designed for certified classroom teachers who wish to pursue advanced study in the teaching of reading. It provides practicing teachers the opportunity to extend their learning in the area of literacy through coursework that prepares them to develop lessons, design interventions, and assess student needs focused on reading. The Literacy and Reading Education track does not lead to an additional teaching credential.

ALL of the following courses (9 credits)

EDCI 652 Literacy Issues in Urban Education
EDTE 611 Literacy Development Across the Curriculum
EDTE 627 Literacy Assessment and Instruction for Emergent and Early Readers

Social Justice 
This concentration prepares practitioners to serve as advocates for students in Kindergarten-12 education, particularly in urban environments, to better understand how to work for change to improve the quality of education for all students. It provides an interdisciplinary perspective while addressing social inequalities within educational systems associated with gender, ethnicity, social class, and varying abilities. The Social Justice track does not lead to a teacher licensure.

ALL of the following courses (9 credits)

EDCI 651 Education Leadership
EDCI 652 Literacy Issues in Urban Education
EDCI 655 Hispanic/Latinx Literature & Culture

Leadership in Coaching and Supervision

This concentration prepares teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to coach and/or supervise teachers as they refine their approaches to developing a positive cultural environment, designing and implementing effective instructional strategies, crafting purposeful assessments and using data to inform practice, and differentiating to meet diverse student needs. This track is designed for experienced educators who are looking to assume leadership in their school or district.

See below program of student for the fourth concentration Leadership in Coaching and Supervision.

Core Curriculum (27 credits)

All of the following:

EDCI 505 Psychology of Children and Youth Facing Poverty
EDCC 600 Research in Education
EDCI 611 Role of Social, Economic, and Political Systems in Education
EDCI 612 Conflict Management and Resolution
EDAD 608 Teaching and Learning in a Trauma Informed School
EDCI 653 Current Issues in Urban Education
EDAD 605 Curriculum and Program Development
EDCI 656 Principles of Educational Assessment and Evaluation
EDCI 699 Capstone in Curriculum and Instruction

Major Courses (9 credits)

All of the following:

EDAD 601 Leadership, Management, and Supervision
EDAD 604 Staff and Group Development
EDAD 640 Internship in Administration

Course Descriptions

Explanation of Course Prefixes and Numbers
Courses designated EDCC are education core and common courses across various programs in the School of Education. The Curriculum and Instruction Program directly sponsors courses prefixed by EDCI. Courses designated EDTE are largely specific to the M.A.T. teacher education program, although students in other programs may be required to take some of these courses. Undergraduates with at least junior status may enroll in courses at the 500-level, with permission of their academic advisor. Only graduate students may enroll in courses numbered 600 and above.

EDCC – Education Core and Common Courses

EDCC 600 Research in Education

EDCI – Curriculum and Instruction Courses 

EDCI 505 Psychology of Children and Youth Facing Poverty
EDCI 611 Role of Social, Economic, and Political Systems in Education
EDCI 612 Conflict Management and Resolution
EDCI 650 Global and Ethical Perspectives
EDCI 651 Education Leadership
EDCI 652 Literacy Issues in Urban Education
EDCI 653 Current Issues in Urban Education
EDCI 654 Curriculum and Program Design
EDCI 655 Hispanic/Latinx Literature & Culture
EDCI 656 Principles of Educational Assessment and Evaluation
EDCI 657 Education Law & Policy
EDCI 658 Politics & Education Policy
EDCI 699 Capstone in Curriculum and Instruction

EDTE- Teacher Education

EDTE 611 Literacy Development Across the Curriculum
EDTE 627 Literacy Assessment and Instruction for Emergent and Early Readers

EDAD – Education Administration

EDAD 601 Leadership, Management, and Supervision
EDAD 604 Staff and Group Development
EDAD 640 Internship in Administration