Masters in Curriculum and Instruction

The Professional Development Alliance maintains a partnership with  Concordia University Chicago to provide two options of a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction- a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction ESL Concentration.

 CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO

The Master of Arts Degree in Curriculum and Instruction is directed toward the preparation of master classroom teachers. This program will enable candidates to:

• Engage in critical analysis of current educational issues and practices
• Develop a knowledge base in curriculum theory and practice and develop a capacity to design, implement, and evaluate instructional programs
• Become familiar with current research on and theory in instruction of exceptional learners
• Understand the practical facets of conducting applied classroom research including the collection and assessment of data
• Develop an understanding of teacher leadership and effective teacher advocacy
• Develop an understanding of enduring ethical, philosophical, and educational issues

This program is offered through a cohort model requiring 30 semesters hours. Cohorts are established at the PDA or other convenient locations throughout Will, Grundy, and Kendall Counties.

The Master of Arts Degree with ESL Concentration is directed toward prepartion of master teachers focusing on ESL learners. This program will enable candidates:

• Understand the psychological, linguistic and cultural basis of teaching bilingual students
• Develop a multicultural perspective
• Learn to effectively teach students for whom english is a Second Language
• Become a resource person for curriculum development

This program is offered through a cohort model requiring 30 semester hours.  Cohorts are established at the PDA or other convenient locations throughout Will, Grundy, and Kendall Counties.