Program Overview

At Salem University, our Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction takes you beyond the foundations of educational theories and techniques and builds upon a variety of teaching and learning specializations. For those who are interested in honing the all-important art of teaching across a range of settings, audiences, and ages, our master’s degree in curriculum and instruction online can give you the knowledge to develop new leadership skills, broaden your opportunities for growth, or step into positions aimed at training and professional development. We offer a number of specializations that include:

• Higher Education Administration — Gain an understanding of how to effectively lead and communicate in a college or university setting by studying topics like college student development, educational law, financial management, academic administration, and student affairs.
• Instructional Technology — Prepare for career opportunities as a learning technology or library media specialist by developing a broad understanding of technology tools available to support instruction, curriculum development, and instructional design from pre-kindergarten to high school.
• Organizational Training & Talent Development — Be a key player in the success of an organization by learning how to analyze organizational and personnel needs, assess potential candidates, manage training and onboarding, support team and group dynamics, and address obstacles in achieving organizational goals.
• Special Education Leadership — Ensure every student at every level is getting the support they require to meet their needs on an emotional, social, and educational level by studying topics that range from developmental differences to educational laws and regulations, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
• Teacher Leadership — Develop the leadership, communication, and advocacy skills you need in order to make a positive impact beyond the classroom and support district families in understanding and shaping education policy at the local, state, and national level.
• Teaching and Learning — Hone your art with a course path designed to diversify your ability to teach and engage students in learning across a range of settings and audiences, utilizing the latest instructional techniques and tools.
• Our Master of Education degree program requires successful completion of 30 credits. Total credit hours include transfer credits to a maximum of 50 percent of the required hours. Students must earn a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 for all courses completed at Salem in order to graduate.