Education Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction

University of Toledo

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 PLO 1: Demonstrate knowledge of core ideas in curriculum and instruction including current ideas and issues in a thoughtful and substantive manner. PLO 2: Develop and articulate a theoretically grounded and supported argument regarding the study of teaching in a content area. PLO 3: Design a plan for studying learning that integrates core ideas and develops pedagogical content knowledge. PLO 4: Participate knowledgeably, reflectively, and professionally in discussions regarding core ideas for the study of teaching. PLO 5: Critique and provide productive feedback for peers. PLO 6: Communicate professionally in formal writing using language style and conventions of academic English and APA guidelines. PLO 7: Present an evidence-based account of students’ learning based on assessment findings and evaluations.

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