PhD Degree Program in Curriculum and Instruction (C & I)
Program Description
The Curriculum and Instruction (C & I) PhD program is a research-oriented degree program that combines rigorous preparation for teaching and research in specific content areas with particular attention devoted to curriculum and instruction, cognitive and social processes, and research methodology. Specialty areas include mathematics education, science education, literacy education, and teaching and teacher education. It is an ideal degree for those interested in the processes of instruction and learning within one of the previously mentioned content areas, and/or in the education and professional development of teachers. This degree is intended for those interested in preparing for careers in research and teaching in university settings, educational leadership and services to schools, or research and development in the private or non-profit sector.
Specialties within the PhD in C & I:
- Literacy Studies
- Science and Mathematics education
- Teaching and Teacher education
Specialties are not further subdivided by elementary or secondary levels. Candidates are encouraged to combine their curriculum specialty with a background area perspective such as cognition or foundations and to pursue their specialties at both elementary and secondary levels.
Individual courses of study will vary considerably among and within curriculum specialties depending on each candidate's background and goals. Each candidate will construct a course of study (called a "degree plan") with his or her major advisor, with the approval of an advising committee, by the end of the first year of residence.
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