Areas of Emphasis
Students in the Education M.A. curriculum and instruction concentration must complete
a set of core courses in addition to coursework in one of three areas emphasis. Learn
more below about how each option will help you achieve your career goals.
- Certificates/Endorsements
The Certificates/Endorsements emphasis allows practicing teachers to take coursework
to become eligible for endorsement in Literacy, Early Childhood Education, English as a Second Language, and Teachers of American Indian Children through the state of Wyoming’s Professional Teaching Standards Board. These endorsements
are only available to teachers who hold valid teaching certification in the state
of Wyoming. You can even pursue National Board Certification, which also meets your capstone project requirement.
- Content Studies
Content Studies emphasis is designed to allow practicing teachers to pursue further
education in a particular content area. This coursework will be particularly helpful
to practicing teachers who are pursuing “highly qualified” status in a content area.
Please note that this option is based on availability of graduate courses in other
departments that the student may be interested. There is no guarantee of outreach
course availability.
- Curriculum Studies
Curriculum Studies is designed for practicing educators who are interested in gaining
knowledge and expertise related to curriculum and instruction.
Program Requirements
Find out what it takes to apply to UW’s Master of Education program and learn more about curriculum requirements.
Not ready to for a Master’s?
Start our English as a Second Language or Literacy certificate programs to gain endorsements on your teaching license while earning
credit that can be applied to a future M.A. in education at UW.
Questions
Reach out to the M.A. in Education Curriculum & Instruction Concentration Program
Coordinator, Dr. John Kambutu john.kambutu@uwyo.edu
