Online M.A. in Education - Curriculum and Instruction

Admission to the online M.A. in Education - Curriculum and Instruction program requires the following:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in the last 60 semester units of all coursework

• Valid teaching credential

In order to successfully complete the online M.A. in Education - Curriculum and Instruction program at CSU Bakersfield and graduate, students must:

• Complete a minimum of 30 semester units of coursework.

• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in all coursework. No course with a grade lower than a C will be counted in the program.

• Complete Core coursework with a grade of B or better.

• Complete a Culminating Activity with a grade of B or better.

Coursework

The M.A. in Education - Curriculum & Instruction program is composed of 12 units of required core courses, 15 units of electives, and a 3 unit Culminating Activity. Master's programs require currency of coursework; no courses over seven years old will be counted toward completion of a graduate degree.

Core Courses (12 units)

EDCI 6100 Research Methods for Educational Leaders
EDCI 6200 Teaching for Diversity and Social Justice
EDCI 6300 Educational Leadership
EDCI 6400 Curriculum Development and Transformation

Elective Courses (15 units)

Elective coursework can be comprised of a combination of Reading & Literacy, Advanced Topics, and approved Credential courses.

Culminating Activity (3 units)

EDCI 6820 Master's Exam in Curriculum and Instruction

Leadership in Educational Technology Certificate Coursework

Students in the M.A. in Education - C&I program have the option of earning a certificate in Educational Technology. These courses count as electives in the program, and students have the option of completing one or more courses to fulfill elective requirements without earning the certificate.

EDCI 6610 Lesson Design & Technology Integration
EDCI 6615 Creating Collaborative, Blended, and Online Learning Environments
EDCI 6620 Educational Technology for the K12 Teacher

Added Authorization, Reading & Literacy Coursework

Students in the M.A. in Education - C&I program have the option of earning an Added Authorization, Reading & Literacy certification through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) by taking all 12 units of literacy elective courses and having three years of credentialed teaching experience. These courses also count as electives in the program, and students have the option of completing one or more literacy courses to fulfill elective requirements without earning the certificate.

EDLT 6100 Creating a Culture of Literacy in Diverse Settings
EDLT 6200 Writing Strategies, Assessment, and Intervention
EDLT 6300 Literacy Instruction and Assessment
EDLT 6400 Comprehension Strategies, Assessment, and Intervention

Advanced Topics in Education

Courses listed are a sampling of offerings within the program. Additional topics may be offered.

EDCI 6710 Advanced Topics: Common Core Standardized Testing
EDCI 6710 Advanced Topics: Common Core Instruction and Engagement
EDCI 6710 Advanced Topics: Young Adult Literature & the Community
EDCI 6710 Advanced Topics: Foundations of K-12 Integrated STEM Education
EDCI 6710 Advanced Topics: Citizen Science for K-12 Classrooms
EDCI 6710 Advanced Topics: Cultural Perspectives in Today’s Classrooms
 

Credential Coursework

Up to 12 units of select CSU Bakersfield multiple or single subject credential coursework or up to 9 units of approved multiple or single subject credential coursework from another institution may be applied toward program completion. No credential coursework can be older than 5 years at the beginning of the program and no older than 7 years at the completion of the program.

Program Outline (PDF) Course Substitution Form (PDF)

Below, you’ll find a sampling of the courses available for the M.A. in Education - Curriculum and Instruction program, with the number of associated credit hours beside the course name.  

Course Listing

Please note: Course availability and descriptions are subject to change. Refer to the CSU Bakersfield Course Catalog for the most up-to-date information.

Core Courses

EDCI 6100 Research Methods for Educational Leaders (3)

The course is intended to give educators and teachers as leaders (pre-service, in-service, beginning teachers, mentoring teachers) an opportunity to explore their collaborative roles as researchers in various school settings. It also provides them with a base for decision-making processes regarding effective instructional strategies and treatments. Using a self-reflective systematic and scholarly inquiry, the course offers participants an opportunity to formulate meaningful research questions, identify appropriate methods to use in answering a variety of research questions, and design and implement an action plan for change as they reflect on current practice. This class will help participants to play their optimal roles as researchers and instructional leaders in their diverse schools. Prerequisite: Admission to the M.A. in Education - Curriculum and Instruction program.

EDCI 6200 Teaching for Diversity and Social Justice (3)

This course is intended to provide candidates an advanced exploration of the various critical issues pertaining to social justice and diversity in the American education system. It will provide a foundation for building the understanding and skills candidates will need to develop culturally relevant curriculum and pedagogy for all students. The course will build educational leadership skills and engage candidates in challenging social inequities in schools and their broader communities. Prerequisite: Admission to the M.A. in Education - Curriculum and Instruction program.

EDCI 6300 Educational Leadership (3)

This online course focuses on the educational leadership paradigms to define teacher roles as professionals and leaders in schools. It also helps participants develop knowledge and skills in educational leadership as they supervise, coach, mentor, network, and collaborate with other participants in the school community. Prerequisite: Admission to the M.A. in Education - Curriculum and Instruction program.

EDCI 6400 Curriculum Development and Transformation (3)

This course focuses on the development of curriculum at the K-12 level. Students will explore research and theory of curriculum revision and the principles of curriculum development and design. The development of needs assessments and analysis of results to inform curriculum transformation is covered in depth. Emphasis is on the interdependence of assessment, data, and curriculum planning on student achievement. Prerequisite: Admission to the M.A. in Education - Curriculum and Instruction program.

Elective Courses

Elective coursework selection can be comprised of a combination of Educational Technology, Reading and Literacy, Advanced Topics, and approved credential courses.

EDCI 6710 Advanced Topics in Education (3)

Exploration of selected topics in education at an advanced level. May be repeated for different course content.

Reading and Literacy Added Authorization (RLAA) Courses

Note: These courses can be used as electives

EDLT 6100 Creating a Culture of Literacy in Diverse Settings (3)

This course will examine the fundamentals of literacy development. It focuses on landmark and current research (both qualitative and quantitative) related to the components of literacy acquisition process. Course content will include the strategic use of literacy levels across various contexts including the role of technology in literacy development. Topics also include the following: orality; phonemics and phonetics; word recognition, fluency, reading comprehension, visualization, vocabulary development; written language development, motivation, and other aspects of the developmental and socio-cultural experience. By the end of the course it is expected that students will be able to articulate a sound vision of a culture of literacy which is conducive to the unique needs of all students and is consistent with the classroom, school, district, and community expectations.

EDLT 6200 Writing Strategies, Assessment, and Intervention (3)

This introductory course examines the following: (a) current research and theory on what constitutes an effective culture of literacy including reading, writing listening, and speaking; (b) role of assessment/evaluation in written language development through instruction and differentiation, (c) written language development of English Language and English Only Learners. Prerequisites: None.

EDLT 6300 Literacy Instruction and Assessment (3)

This course provides candidates with an opportunity to plan, organize, and integrate differentiated literacy instruction for all students. Literacy materials, assessments, and instructional/intervention models are examined and implemented. Candidates apply knowledge by designing and implementing a classroom literacy intervention in a small group format that addresses the unique needs of all students in the diverse classrooms. In addition, this course provides opportunities for candidates to learn methods to assist teachers in using grade level or school-wide assessment data to implement and revise instructional programs and to plan, implement, and evaluate school-wide professional development.

EDLT 6400 Comprehension Strategies, Assessment, and Intervention (3)

This course focuses on the place of comprehension as one of the most significant aspects of promoting a culture of literacy. Current theory and research on the relationship between comprehension and literacy acquisition/proficiency are explored. Instructional/intervention strategies and materials to support comprehension for all students, including English Learners and students with special needs at the early, intermediate, and fluent levels are studied. Specific topics include background knowledge, culturally responsive pedagogy, response to intervention, concept formation, vocabulary development, narrative and expository text structure analysis, independent reading, and cross-cultural practices.

Culminating Activity

EDCI 6820 Master’s Exam in Curriculum and Instruction (3)

Note: All core courses must be completed prior to registering for the exam. This is not a catalog course description.
Exam Information:  The exam consists of three research papers.  After registering for the exam, you will receive a list of exam questions on the first day of the term covering different topics discussed while you were in the program. You will be required to select 3 questions from the list and write a research paper on each one (approximately 10-12 pages each) following APA format with 8-10 peer-reviewed sources. The exam (research papers) will be due the last day of classes for the term.  The exam runs the full length of the term (16-weeks in the Fall/Spring and 10-weeks in the Summer) and you must be registered by the first week of the term. The exam can only be taken with two additional courses max in a semester.

CSUB Course Catalog

The online M.A. in Education - Curriculum and Instruction program consists of a minimum of 30 credit units of instruction. This total may increase depending on your chosen route to graduation and whether you choose to concurrently pursue the Added Authorization, Reading & Literacy program.

Typical costs are as follows:

• Instruction: about $14,190 (30 hours at $473 per unit)

• Books: $2,000

• Miscellaneous supplies: $500

• Application for graduation: $70

Approximate total cost of program: $16,760*

*The CSU makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. Therefore, the CSU must reserve the right, even after fees are initially charged or initial fee payments are made, to increase or modify any listed fees. All listed fees, other than mandatory systemwide fees, are subject to change without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun. All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by The Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the Presidents, as appropriate. Changes in mandatory systemwide fees will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Sections 66028 -66028.6 of the Education Code).

The M.A. in Education - Curriculum and Instruction program at CSU Bakersfield is eligible for financial aid. The CSUB Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships administers a number of financial aid programs that may include grants, loans, and scholarships. The information on this page is for general use and not intended as financial aid advising. Students planning to apply for financial aid should visit the CSUB’s Financial Aid & Scholarships website - www.csub.edu/finaid.

CSU Bakersfield’s federal school code is 007993.

General financial aid tips and information:

• Priority date for filing for financial aid is March 2nd. Financial aid applications are typically available October 1st.

• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Late applications are accepted after the priority date, but awards to late applicants depend upon the availability of remaining funds. Processing of the FAFSA by electronic submission is 7-14 days faster than submitting a paper application.

• The schools listed on your FAFSA will receive electronic copies of your student aid report (SAR) and is used for financial aid eligibility calculations. Once your award is determined, you will receive a financial aid award letter via e-mail. Review it carefully, and follow the instructions included with the award letter.

• Your fees will be deducted from your financial aid disbursement once your award is verified by CSU Bakersfield Extended Education. Should your financial aid not disburse, you will be financially responsible for all fees.

• Keep in touch with the financial aid office.

• Maintain your own file of all financial records, and copies of all documents that you send to complete your financial aid file.

• Students must be admitted to the university to be eligible for financial aid.

CSUB Financial Aid FAFSA