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Curriculum and Instruction-Teacher Studies (M.A.)

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The M.A. in curriculum and instruction for teacher studies program is designed to offer opportunities to develop expertise in effective pedagogy, curriculum development, instructional strategies, assessment and data analysis, and learner development in preparation for professional teaching positions. 

All courses offered in the program are delivered through an online format for the convenience of the candidate.

Applicants that are interested in earning this degree along with the certification are encouraged to register for an informational webinar at the following link: https://www.angelo.edu/content/forms/1480-1.

Online Only

Degree

Master of Arts in curriculum and instruction- teacher studies

Careers

  • Teacher
  • Public school administrator
  • Curriculum designer
  • Corporate trainer

Other work settings for graduates include educational service centers, state department of education offices and community college administration offices.

Program Highlights

  • We offer eight-week courses that are 100 percent online, allowing students to complete the program in less than two years.

  • Five 8-week terms per academic year

  • We stress personal contact and advising. All our faculty are available to meet with students as needed. 

  • Accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and by the Texas Education Agency (TEA)

Admission Requirements

Note: The GRE is NOT required for admission.

Prerequisites

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Overall undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or better OR at least a 2.75 GPA for the last 60 credit hours of undergraduate work
  • Successful completion of the PACT content exam (for Teacher Certification programs)

Application Deadlines

8 week Program Deadline:

Spring A – Jan. 1

Spring B – March 1

Summer – May 1

Fall A – Aug. 12

Fall B – Oct. 1

You are strongly encouraged to register for the first and second eight-week sessions simultaneously, before the first eight-week session begins.

Degree Plan

  • Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction-Teacher Studies Degree Requirements

    Changes are currently being made to this program.  Please contact the EPI Center at epicenter@angelo.edu or call 325-942-2209 for more information.

    Required Courses
    Courses Hours
    EDG 6301 Social and Cultural Influences 3
    EDG 6302 Test and Measurements 3
    EDG 6304 Research 3
    EDG 6305 Legal and Ethical Principles 3
    EDG 6307 Professional Writing for Educators 3
    EDG 6310 Behavior and  Classroom Management 3
    EDG 6313 Foundations of School Systems 3
    EDG 6314 Effective Instruction and Assessment 3
    EDG 6317 Teaching Diverse Populations 3
    EDG 6318 Role of the Teacher 3

    EDG 6326 Education of Exceptional Children

    		3

    EDG 6395 Capstone in Curriculum and Instruction

    		3

    EDG 5361 Internship (taken twice)

    -or-

    EDG 5660 Clinical Teaching

    		6

    EDG 5361 must be taken twice for credit. To be eligible to take EDG 5361, the student must have a passing score on the appropriate TExES subject area test and 30 hours of classroom observation.

    As a summative requirement for the degree, the candidate must successfully complete a comprehensive program review (CPR) with a committee of Graduate Faculty.

    Courses in this program are offered through an online format.

  • Carr Academic Graduate Scholarships

    Carr Academic Graduate Scholarships are ASU’s premier scholarships for graduate students. Awards are based on undergraduate GPA. Students are considered for the Carr Academic Graduate Scholarship upon their acceptance into the College of Graduate Studies and Research. No application is required.

Departmental Scholarships

For a complete list of available scholarships, see the Scholarship Programs website.

  • Dr. Raymond M. and Maurine Cavness Memorial Scholarship
    Donor Jack and Ramona Cavness Quirey
    Eligibility Deserving juniors, seniors or graduate students in the School of Education
    Amount Variable
    Number Variable

    General Statement: Dr. Raymond M. Cavness served as president of San Angelo College 1954–65 and Angelo State College from 1965–67. Under Dr. Cavness’ guidance and leadership, San Angelo College made the critical transition from a community-based junior college to a four-year state-supported institution.

  • Dr. Verna Mae Crutchfield Special Education Scholarship Award
    Donor Dr. Verna Mae Crutchfield
    Eligibility Junior or senior special education majors
    Amount Variable
    Number One per year
  • Elizabeth Boren Eaton Memorial Scholarship
    Donor Texas Delta Theta Chapter, Alpha Delta Kappa Education Honorary Sorority
    Eligibility Deserving students who have been accepted into the Teacher Education Program
    Amount Variable
    Number One per year
  • Hauztenc Cox Jackson Memorial Scholarship
    Donor San Angelo Area Council PTA
    Eligibility Deserving junior or senior education majors
    Amount $300
    Number One per year
  • John L. Bishop Memorial Scholarship
    Donor Mrs. John L. Bishop
    Eligibility Deserving junior or senior teacher education major
    Amount Variable
    Number Variable
  • Olson-Buttery Memorial Scholarship
    Donor John C. Olson and Dorothy Buttery Olson
    Eligibility Deserving students majoring in education
    Amount Variable
    Number One per year
  • Pat Baker Memorial Scholarship
    Donor San Angelo Texas State Teachers Association Members
    Eligibility Junior or senior teacher education majors who graduated from a Tom Green County high school
    Amount Variable
    Number Variable
  • San Angelo Retired Teachers Association Scholarship
    Donor San Angelo Retired Teachers Association
    Eligibility Juniors or seniors who intend to teach
    Amount Variable
    Number Variable

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