If you are an elementary teacher who seeks a flexible, yet rigorous master's program that will give you the necessary tools, techniques and confidence to meet these challenges and inspire your students, JIU is for you. JIU's M.Ed. in Elementary Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction degree will enable you to:
Develop expertise in curriculum design, instructional strategies, and assessment approaches -all aimed at exceptional student achievement.
Increase your earning power and career options.
Earn your degree while you work; our program is project-based and fully online, giving you the ultimate in convenience with no compromise in quality.
Who should enroll: This degree program is designed for professional educators who have received formal teacher licensure. Earning an M.Ed. in this field equips you to excel in your class, school and district using proven strategies and assessment methods with real-world applications. In addition to boosting the skills and capabilities of teachers and elementary administrators, this degree will prepare you for a position as a curriculum director, counselor, department head, or coach/mentor. You also may find opportunities in administration, government, or in textbook publishing developing curriculum. Professional educators may choose to pursue a doctoral program after earning their M.Ed.