M.S. in Education Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment - Walden University

M.S. in Education Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment from Walden University is a Online Master Curriculum degree that prepares you for a Education career. Whether you are a veteran teacher or new to the field, Walden?s M.S. in Education program can help you become a more effective teacher and improve student outcomes. After completing a core curriculum that focuses on teacher professionalism, diversity, and collaborative learning, you may choose from more than a dozen degree specializations that can help you focus your studies on an area that interests you. Grounded in current theory, the M.S. in Education gives you strategies that you can apply immediately in your classroom. Curriculum , Instruction and Assessment The M.S. in Education with a focus on Curriculum , Instruction and Assessment is based on standards set forth by the U.S. Department of Education, the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), International Reading Association (IRA) and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). The alignment of curriculum , assessment and instruction is a complex task but helps to meet this goal: All children can learn. Instituting standards in grades K-12 inherently levels the playing field, suggesting the same achievement goals for all students, regardless of socioeconomic conditions, ethnicity or learning differences. Program content focuses on current thinking on how teachers can best align their curriculum with state and local content standards. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org; 1-312-263-0456. Prospective Alabama students: Contact the Teacher Education and Certification Division of the Alabama State Department of Education at 1-334-242-9935 or www.alsde.edu to verify that these programs qualify for teacher certification, endorsement, and/or salary benefits. Prospective Washington state students are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 1-360-725-6320 or prof.educ@k12.wa.us to determine whether Walden's programs in the field of education are approved for teacher certification or endorsements in Washington state. Additionally, teachers are advised to contact their individual school district as to whether this program may qualify for salary advancement. Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Curriculum courses.