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Curriculum and instruction design has emerged as an exciting new approach to educational development, especially in K-12 schools. The field has grown in part as a response to state and federal government programs mandating standards all public schools must meet. But Internet technology has also played a role, as teachers gather online to share curricula and ideas. (cont)

Curriculum Design: An Overview

Many school systems now employ curriculum designers to write and oversee the curriculum, seeking both a curriculum that meets state and federal standards and a way to measure students' performance. Curriculum designers do more than write lesson plans and syllabi; they use teaching and learning theories to create a curriculum tailored to a specific group of students' needs.

Curriculum developers evaluate a school's existing program, assess student performance, and recommend improvements. They implement the latest pedagogical research, creating new teaching methods and learning strategies to help students engage with the material and retain knowledge. They may develop procedures to make sure teachers are applying the curriculum successfully. And they review and recommend textbooks and other educational materials for use in the classroom.

Technology has added to the variety of teaching tools that curriculum designers are expected implement, including Web sites, multimedia, and CD-ROMs. Curriculum designers are responsible for training an organization's staff to use technical resources in the classroom.

Specific tasks include:

Designing coursework (for traditional classrooms or, increasingly, online and distance learning programs)
Training instructors
Creating appropriate assessment formats and methods
Evaluating learning materials
Keeping up-to-date with instructional techniques and industry developments.

School systems expect curricula to meet local, state, and federal standards, such as those of the U.S. Department of Education and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

Educational Background for a Curriculum Design Career

Curriculum designers are charged with developing strategies for training young minds. This requires in-depth training in education, psychology, curriculum development, and education administration. Coursework for curriculum design degrees also includes research design, instructor evaluation techniques, teacher support, and observation and analysis of teaching methods. Many curriculum designers specialize in a particular learning area, such as literacy, mathematics, or science.

Most employers require at least a master's degree in curriculum design or a related field, although some entry-level assistant positions are available with a bachelor's degree. Some states require a teaching or education administrator license in addition to the degree. Both bachelor's and graduate degrees are available online, offering a convenient way to transition into curriculum design while working full time.

Career Outlook for Curriculum Designers

In May 2007, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that curriculum designers earn a median salary of more than $58,070. Salary.com reports a somewhat higher 2008 average base salary of $61,109. Between 2006 and 2016, the job market for curriculum designers should grow about 22 percent, according to projections from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook.

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University of Phoenix

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Doctor of Education / Curriculum and Instruction
MA in Education / Curriculum and Instruction
MA in Education / Curriculum and Instruction - English and Language Arts Ed.
MA in Education / Curriculum and Instruction - ESL
MA in Education / Curriculum and Instruction - Mathematics Ed.

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AIU Online

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Master's of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction

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Capella University

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Jones International University Online

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M.Ed. in Elementary Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment: Teacher Licensure
M.Ed. in Secondary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
M.Ed. in Secondary Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment: Teacher Licensure
MEd in Elementary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

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Western Governors University

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M.Ed.- Instructional Design
The online BFA is designed to foster the development of advanced training and technique in graphic design. You'll learn to work with emerging technologies and take advantage of trends in the industry.

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Acadia University
Acadia University, Nova Scotia, Canada offers the following education degree in curriculum studies:

Master of Education in Curriculum Studies

Acadia is a recognized fully accredited Canadian university of high academic standing.

California State University, Bakersfield
California State University, Bakersfield offers a completely online Master of Arts Degree in Education program in Curriculum and Instruction with emphasis Field Based Education. Open to any California teacher who has a valid California teaching credential. Field-based teacher preparation involves immersing participants in various school settings as they plan, teach, reflect and apply. Field-based education is a proven-and-tested approach to prepare teachers for the challenges of the teaching profession by linking theory into practice, moving from reflection into action, and shifting from empowered to empowering. Involvement in BTSA is recommended. The MA in Education is accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC), the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Emporia State University
Emporia State University offers an online M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction. This degree is intended for individuals who teach or lead programs in grades K through 12. The C & I Masters Degree provides flexibility through three areas of concentration: Teaching and Learning Specialist, National Board Certification, or Curriculum Leadership. Emporia State University is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.

Indiana Wesleyan University
Indiana Wesleyan University's Master of Education (M.Ed.) Online program is designed for the classroom teacher seeking an advanced degree with an emphasis on curriculum and instruction. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and by NCATE.

Seattle Pacific University
Seattle Pacific University School of Education offers an online Master's of Education Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. This innovative program allows you to earn your master's degree entirely online. Now, within just two years, you can complete a fully-accredited M.Ed. with a specialization in teaching and learning over the Internet. Providing you the same exceptional quality degree you would earn if you attended class on campus, the online program utilizes a user-friendly system to enhance communication and interaction between students and faculty. In addition, all the courses are taught by regular SPU faculty - a majority of which have earned doctorates and are experienced educators and researchers. Seattle Pacific University is fully accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.

University of Calgary, Canada
The Graduate Division of Educational Research (GDER) in the Faculty of Education at University of Calgary in Canada offers an online Master of Education with specialization in Curriculum, Teaching and Learning. This area of specialization is designed to enhance the skills of the classroom teacher. It focuses on the analysis of dominant models of teaching such as reflective practice, classroom management, equity within the classroom including ethnic and gender issues, curriculum decision making, and media literacy.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign offers an Online Masters of Education degree for practicing teachers and administrators with a focus on Curriculum, Technology, and Education Reform, composed of eight online courses that meet requirements for a Master of Education degree. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

UT TeleCampus
The UT TeleCampus functions as a central support unit for distance education programs and online degrees from the University of Texas System's 15 institutions. The TeleCampus online programs include:

Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction

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Curriculum Design: An Overview

Educational Background for a Curriculum Design Career

Career Outlook for Curriculum Designers