Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction

CIP Code: 13.0301

HEGIS Code: 0829

The Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction* at Siena University provides educators with advanced knowledge and skills in curriculum design, instructional strategies, and assessment practices. Rooted in a respected regional legacy and Siena’s Franciscan values, the program blends educational theory with practical strategies, empowering teachers to create inclusive, engaging, and research-based curricula. Offered fully online, the program allows for flexible completion in two to three years and includes opportunities to tailor coursework through selected electives.

ADMISSIONS CRITERIA:

For details on admissions requirements, visit: MA C&I Application Requirements

Prerequisites:

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
If supporting teaching, current NYS teaching license

Required Courses (24 Credits):

EDUC - 560. The Modern Teacher 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 645. Curriculum Studies for Transformative Education 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 646. Instructional Design and Contemporary Tools 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 647. A Critical Exploration of Assessment and Data 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 648. Empowering Change Through Community 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 649. Research in Curriculum and Instruction 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 650. Master’s Thesis 3 credit(s)
TESL - 540. Foundations of Teaching ESOL 3 credit(s)

Elective Requirement Options (6 credits)**:

Choose two courses for a total of 6 credits from the current graduate education course offerings or by permission of the Program Coordinator for the C&U Program. Offerings are subject to availability and advisor consent. These options may expand in the future.

BUSI - 527. Current Topics in Business and Marketing I 3 credit(s)
BUSI - 562. Current Topics in Business and Marketing II 3 credit(s)
BUSI - 574. Work Based Learning - Program Organization 3 credit(s)
BUSI - 575. Work Based Learning - Program Operation 3 credit(s)
CSED - 528. Current Topics in Computer Science I 3 credit(s)
CSED - 563. Current Topics in Computer Science II 3 credit(s)
CSED - 575. Computer Technology 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 511. Curriculum and Methods of Teaching English 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 512. Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Mathematics 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 513. Curriculum and Methods of Teaching World Language 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 514. Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Sciences 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 515. Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Social Studies 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 516. Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Technology 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 517. Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Business and Marketing 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 518. Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Computer Science 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 540. Psychology of Teaching 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 541. Essential Reading Literacy 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 560. The Modern Teacher 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 570. Middle School Students, Structures and Standards 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 571. Middle Adolescence Literacy 3 credit(s)
EDUC - 572. Teaching Foreign Language to Elementary School Children 3 credit(s)
EGED - 575. Interdisciplinary Connections of History and Multicultural Literature 3 credit(s)
HSED - 585. Literary and Historical Nonfiction 3 credit(s)
FRED - 988. Independent Study in French I 3 credit(s)
FRED - 989. Independent Study in French II 3 credit(s)
GERM - 988. Independent Study in German I 3 credit(s)
GERM - 989. Independent Study in German II 3 credit(s)
HSED - 575. Interdisciplinary Connections of History and Multicultural Literature 3 credit(s)
LATN - 988. Independent Study in Latin I 3 credit(s)
LATN - 989. Independent Study in Latin II 3 credit(s)
MTED - 524. Geometry in the Modern Classroom 3 credit(s)
MTED - 560. Understanding Mathematical Modeling 3 credit(s)
SCIE - 575. Understanding the NYS P-12 Science Learning Standards 3 credit(s)
SNED - 988. Independent Study in Spanish I 3 credit(s)
SNED - 989. Independent Study in Spanish II 3 credit(s)
STEM - 530. Analyzing Scientific and Math Theories from Philosophical & Historical Perspectives 3 credit(s)
TECH - 563. Introduction to Energy Systems 3 credit(s)
TECH - 575. Manufacturing Processes and Design for Manufacturing 3 credit(s)
TESL - 513. Curriculum and Methods of Teaching ESOL 3 credit(s)
TESL - 517. Teaching and Assessment Methods for TESOL 3 credit(s)
TESL - 530. English Grammar for the ENL Teacher 3 credit(s)
TESL - 531. TESOL English Linguistics 3 credit(s)
TESL - 540. Foundations of Teaching ESOL 3 credit(s)
TESL - 542. Literacy for Content Area Teaching 3 credit(s)
*This is one of two master’s options for candidates with an undergraduate degree and initial NYS teaching certification, alongside the Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Language (ESOL) - Professional
**Elective offerings are subject to availability and advisor consent.