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Master of Arts in Curriculum and Teaching - Blended Strand

This master of arts degree is an accelerated sequence of courses for educators who desire to grow professionally as a curriculum leader at their school, district or institution. The program focuses on leadership and technology using a cohort model approach. Candidates are given a strong foundation through engaging and challenging content. This program is designed for candidates who are comfortable with interactive, online learning.

Unique Features

  • New cohorts start every summer (June), or other semesters with individualized planning and approval.
  • The blended cohort (ONX) is for those living driving distance from Fresno as there is a face-to-face meeting between each course.
  • Each cohort is designed for a maximum of 20 students.
  • 32 units total—taking 4 semesters complete with the project/thesis remaining

Courses

PHASE I – Foundations (10 units)
CRI 710 Successful Online Learning Orientation 1 unit
CRI 707 Historical Foundations of Curriculum 3 units
CRI 708 Curriculum Design: Theory & Practice 3 units
PHASE II & III – Core and Content Focus (13 units)
CRI 704 Conflict Resolution in Schools 3 units
CRI 709 Using Technology in Differentiating Curriculum 2 units
CRI 725 Essentials of Qualitative Assessment 2 units
CRI 726 Curriculum Mapping 2 units
CRI 727 Leadership: A Personal Perspective 3 units
CRI 728A Curricular Leadership 3 units
CRI 728B Leadership in Practicum 1 unit
PHASE IV – Master of Arts Capstone (9 units)
Values in School & Society 3 units
CRI 771 Methods in Educational Research 3 units
CRI 799 Project/Thesis 3 units

View a list of course descriptions.

Timeline

For specific cohort dates contact Jennifer Morgan at 559-453-5553 or jennifermorgan@fresno.edu.

Further Information

Blended/online courses meet at the main campus in Fresno on the Saturday between each course.

Students enrolling in online courses are responsible to meet system requirements.

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