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Accreditation
American InterContinental University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associates, Bachelors and Masters Degrees.
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction
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M.Ed. students pursuing the concentration in Curriculum and Instruction will learn to design and implement assessments of student performance, provide feedback to students to enhance learning and utilize appropriate techniques to motivate and engage learners.
Also covered is the use of multiple instructional strategies to present content, in order to address differences in students' learning styles and abilities. Graduates will have acquired knowledge necessary to develop curricula to satisfy organizational, federal, state or other standards and objectives.
The courses required to complete the Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction include:
- Principles of Curriculum Improvement
In this course, students will examine forces influencing curriculum improvement. This course focuses on the analysis of curriculum and the application of principles for resolution of curriculum problems.
- Designing Effective Courses
This course examines techniques and methods of effective course design and implementation. Topics covered include motivation, consultation, instructional stretegies, and student assessment.
- Decision Making in Curriculum and Instruction
This course examines the roles of curriculum designers and instructors in the educational decision-making process.
- Analysis, Assessment, and Technology
Students are introduced to applied quantitative and qualitative educational research methods in context of the practitioner's educational environment. Emphasis is placed on the use of technology in assessment practices.
- Educational Research Methods
This course focuses on educational research methods for the teaching practitioner. Students will design, conduct, and present an applied educational research project.
- Applying Learning Theories
Students will explore learning theories, such as cognitive, behavorist, social, developmental, and adult learning theories, as well as the research regarding transfer of learning in various domains. Students will apply these concepts in their respective fields by utilizing the practical instructional strategies based on these theories.
- Curriculum Design and Evaluation
This course examines the development of comprehensive educational curricula and/or development programs. Students will perform all phases of curricular design tied to their area of professional practice.
- Principles of Instructional Design
Course includes strategies for development of objectives, taxonomy classification schemes, content analysis procedures, and instructional strategy selection, as well as adaptation and adoption of available resources.
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Education Resources
Earn Your Degree Online
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Facts & Info
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
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Address:
5550 Prairie Stone Parkway Suite 400
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
US
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Institution Type:
Private, for-profit, Higher Education
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Delivery Format:
Our virtual campus provides students with a rich learning environment. Classes are delivered in a multi-media format. You'll have access to the Virtual campus 24 hours a day whether you choose to pursue your studies while traveling, at work, or at home.
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Technical Requirements:
AIU Online can check your computer remotely to ensure you have all the plug-ins needed.
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Geographic Restrictions:
None.
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On-Campus Requirement:
None.
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Calendar Type:
Programs begin every 5 weeks.
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