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The Education Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction degree is designed to meet the needs of individuals involved with the curriculum, teaching, and supervision aspects of discipline-centered areas of study. The EdS is a post-master’s graduate program that provides students an area of educational specialization with emphasis on practice. The degree culminates in a practicum experience working in a school setting. Education Specialists are prepared to become teacher leaders, curriculum specialists, assessment specialists, or mentor teachers in their districts.

The EdS in Curriculum and Instruction is a 30 semester hour program. Students take courses in their area of concentration at the specialist level (beyond the master's). The degree culminates in a practicum experience working in a school setting. Coursework is completed through a combination of on-campus and online courses.

Learning Outcomes

- Demonstrate knowledge of core ideas in curriculum and instruction, including current ideas and issues, in a thoughtful and substantive manner.

- Develop and articulate a theoretically grounded and supported argument regarding the study of teaching in a content area.

- Design a plan for studying learning that integrates core ideas and develops pedagogical content knowledge.

- Participate knowledgeably, reflectively, and professionally in discussions regarding core ideas for the study of teaching.

- Critique and provide productive feedback for peers.

- Communicate professionally in formal writing using language style and conventions of academic English and APA guidelines.

- Present an evidence-based account of students’ learning based on assessment findings and evaluations.