This graduate concentration is part of the Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction program.
Developing the youngest learners
Focus on the unique developmental needs of young learners. With this concentration, you’ll explore play-based learning, literacy and STEAM education. Coursework supports mastering the skills to create engaging and supportive environments with topics that include:
- Foundations: Understand the principles of early childhood development.
- Learning Environments: Design effective play-based learning spaces.
- Curriculum: Build age-appropriate, standards-based curricula.
- Language and Literacy: Deepen your approach to reading instruction.
- STEAM: Integrate science, technology, engineering, arts and math.
- Advocacy: Become a leader and advocate for young children.
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Is this program fully online?
Yes.
Is there a capstone?
Yes, a capstone project.
Apply to the curriculum and instruction master's program
Students seeking admission to Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ graduate programs must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. You're responsible for submitting application materials required for admission and any supplemental items as requested.
To be eligible for consideration into this program, you must have:
- an overall undergraduate 2.5 GPA or higher
- and a valid Texas teaching certificate.
Ready? Complete the graduate school application.
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