School of Education
Master of Education – Teacher Leadership, Curriculum, and Instruction
Education Graduate Degree Program
The online Master of Education – Teacher Leadership, Curriculum, and Instruction program provides four tracks designed for working teachers seeking to advance their career in the classroom. Because classes are available online for added convenience, now is the perfect time to complete your master's in teaching.
Why Should I Earn a Master’s Degree in Teacher Leadership, Curriculum, and Instruction?
Our online Master of Education program can equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to take the next step in academia, in Iowa and beyond, with four emphasis choices:
• Effective teaching and instructional leadership
• Talented and gifted education
• Teaching English as a second language
• Teacher technology integrationist (with Discovery Education)
BVU is a leader both in the number of education students who complete programs each year and in the success of our alumni. Our alumni are making a difference in classrooms across the state and the world.
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Top Affordable Online Education Graduate Courses
According to OnlineU, BVU’s teacher leadership, curriculum, and instruction program is one of the most affordable online education master’s in the nation! That means, in two years—and for less than $8,600—you can earn your master’s in education and advance your career.
Why study education at BVU?
Made for Working Teachers
The master’s in teacher leadership, curriculum, and instruction is designed to be completed in less than two years alongside your current teaching career. With dynamic online courses, you will have the flexibility you need to invest in your students as you invest in yourself.
Learn Completely Online
Earn your degree at your convenience with our easy-to-access, fully online curriculum. With one click, you can view assignments and grades, set up appointments with specialized tutors around the clock, access the student lounge, engage in group discussions, or contact professors. Get the BVU experience on your schedule, wherever you are.
The classes are challenging, but not to the level of daunting. What I like is that, so far,
all of my coursework has been actionable, almost immediately in my classroom. It’s very relevant, and the research I’m doing enhances my teaching and definitely offers me different perspectives and approaches.
Tracks, Courses, & Application Requirements
Focus your graduate studies on an area of concentration tailored to your career goals:
Effective Teaching and Instructional Leadership | Teaching English as a Second Language
Talented and Gifted Education | Teacher Technology Integrationist
- Program Tracks and Courses (30 Credit Hours)
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction Core (12 credit hours)
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GEDU
510
Graduate Study & Research
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GEDU
512
Learning, Development & Motivation
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GEDU
517
Leadership in a Changing Society and Culture
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GEDU
518
Assessment & Evaluation of Classroom Learning
Effective Teaching and Instructional Leadership Track
- Equips you with the skills necessary to serve as an instructional leader among your peers
- Gives you the knowledge necessary for data driven leadership
- Enables you to put your learning into practice in the classroom right away
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Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction Core
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GECI
501
Effective Coaching and Instructional Design
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GECI
502
Cognition and Instruction: Research-Based Instructional Strategies
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GECI
503
Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners
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GECI
504
Instructional Leadership and Professional Development
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GECI
505
Collaborating with Home, School & Community Partners
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GEDU
591
Capstone Portfolio
Teaching English as a Second Language Track
- Prepares you to teach English as a second language in both public and private K-12 educational settings
- Gives you knowledge of second language acquisition, assessment procedures, and techniques
- Designed to allow you to effectively address the academic and social challenges presented by an increasingly diverse population of students.
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Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction Core
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GECI
503
Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners
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GECI
505
Collaborating with Home, School & Community Partners
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GECI
541
Introduction to Second Language Acquisition
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GECI
542
Applied Linguistics
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GECI
543
Methods for Teaching English as a Second Language
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GECI
544
Curriculum Development and Assessment in ESL
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GECI
558/9
Practicum in Teaching ESL (K-6) or (7-12)
Talented and Gifted Education Track
- Equips you with the knowledge base for effectively serving learners who have been identified as talented and gifted
- Prepares you with best practice models of teaching talented and gifted learners
- Gives you the knowledge and skills to serve, administrate, and supervise talented and gifted programs.
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Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction Core
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GECI
503
Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners
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GECI
506
Psychology of the Gifted
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GECI
507
Gifted Education Programming and Administration
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GECI
508
Action Research and Practicum in Gifted Education
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GECI
512
Promoting Creativity and Thinking Skills for Gifted Learners
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GEDU
591
Capstone Portfolio
Teacher Technology Integrationist Track
- Provides a greater understanding of leadership in the digital age, focusing on trends and issues related to technology
- Focus on the skills to support you while introducing digital learning into the classroom
- Graduates of this program will become leaders in technology integration within their schools
- Core courses are embedded in this track.
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DISC
500
Reimagining Learning with Digital Content
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DISC
501
Empowering Students for a Technology Rich Future
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DISC
502
School Leadership in the Digital Age
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DISC
503
Technology Integration Coaching
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GEDU
510
Graduate Study & Research
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GEDU
591
Capstone Portfolio
Student may select four courses from any of the following offerings:
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GECI
501
Effective Coaching and Instructional Design
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GECI
502
Cognition and Instruction: Research-Based Instructional Strategies
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GECI
503
Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners
-
GECI
504
Instructional Leadership and Professional Development
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GECI
505
Collaborating with Home, School & Community Partners
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GEDU
512
Learning, Development and Motivation
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GEDU
517
Leadership in a Changing Society and Culture
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GEDU
518
Assessment and Evaluation of Classroom Learning
- Application Requirements
- Official transcripts
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- Autobiographical questions
- Why are you applying to this program at this time?
- How do you plan to contribute to this program?
- What do you expect to take from it?
- How will you support your own success in this program? That is, what steps will you take to ensure your success in this academically rigorous endeavor?
- Valid teaching license
Emphasis in Teacher Technology Integration
Buena Vista University has partnered with Discovery Education to provide a convenient and affordable master's program for working teachers interested in becoming leaders in technology integration within their schools. Learn how this convenient and affordable approach might be the best option for you!
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