

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program in Curriculum and Instruction is a 30-credit-hour graduate program for students with teaching experience who wish to pursue new interests and extended study.
Please note, this degree program does not lead to licensure, nor are students in this program eligible to apply for supervised practicum experiences.
This program prepares teachers to become familiar with different ways to conceptualize a school curriculum, and to consider how school curricula and pedagogical practices can be structured to promote social justice and democratic citizenship.
Students will choose an additional 4 Curriculum & Instruction courses (3 credits each) with the help of their advisor.
Course | Course Title | Credit |
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EDUC7421 | Theories of Instruction This course provides an in-depth review of modern instructional models classified into selected families with regard to perception of knowledge, the learner, curriculum, instruction, and evaluation. Each student will be asked to survey models in his/her own field(s) and to select, describe, and defend a personal theory in light of today's educational settings based upon personal experiences, reflection on current research, and contemporary issues central to the education of all learners. |
3 |
EDUC7436 | Curriculum Theories and Practice This course asks teachers to analyze the philosophical underpinnings of educational practices and examine their own philosophies of education to construct meaning and practice from the interplay between their beliefs and alternative theories. Designed for individuals advanced in their professional development. |
3 |
Students will select 4 electives (3 credits each) with the help of their advisor.
Course | Course Title | Credit |
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EDUC4100 | Master's Comprehensive Exam In order to ensure that all students graduating from the master's program have a fundamental understanding of their coursework and the field, they are required to take a comprehensive examination covering the broad areas of the core courses. |
0 |
As a graduate of this program, you will:
Become familiar with different ways to conceptualize a school curriculum and with major curriculum designers, both past and present;
Assess your own experiences with educational and curricular change as a means to gain greater insight into educational and institutional change processes writ large;
Examine approaches to multicultural education, anti-racist education, and inclusion that aim to transform the curriculum;
Explore the tensions and possibilities that face teachers day-in and day-out in the current social and political context;
Learn alternative strategies for assessment that provide multiple and authentic measures of student learning;
Analyze existing curricula in terms of various philosophical orientations;
Examine implications and applications of learning theories as drawn from teachers in elementary and secondary schools as well as from professionals working in higher education and contexts outside of formal schooling;
The Lynch School has a long history of national accreditation, which includes NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education), TEAC (Teacher Education Accreditation Council), and CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation). Most recently, the Lynch School was granted full and complete accreditation through CAEP, valid from Fall 2018 through Spring 2024. Boston College is currently the only CAEP accredited education preparation organization in Massachusetts.
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The Lynch School of Education and Human Development provides more than $8.4 million in financial aid to students each year. As a result, the quality of BC’s instruction, the benefit of our alumni network, and the impact a BC degree will have on your employment options is both affordable and invaluable.
A non-refundable application fee of $75 is required; however, this fee is waived for select applicants.
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To be uploaded to your online Application Form.
In addition to your academic history and relevant work experience, please include any licenses currently held, any social justice-related experience, any language skills other than English, and any research experience or publications.
To be uploaded to your online Application Form.
In 1,000-1,500 words, describe your academic and professional goals, any experience relevant to this program, and your future plans, expectations, and aspirations.
Identification of recommenders/instructions to recommenders are outlined in the online Application Form.
Two letters of recommendation are required with at least one required from an academic source. Applicants may submit one additional recommendation of their choice.
Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in lieu of official transcripts for the application review process. In the event that one is admitted into a program and enrolls, our office will need official transcripts prior to course registration. To expedite application processing times, our office encourages you to send unofficial transcripts electronically to our email address at GSOE@BC.EDU. Please note that unofficial transcripts must include all of the following items:
If you are able to secure official transcripts, please note the following:
Official electronic transcripts are accepted when sent directly to gsoe@bc.edu from the institution. When requesting electronic transcripts, you must manually type in gsoe@bc.edu to ensure it is received by our office.
Mailed transcript(s) should be sent to the following address:
Lynch Office of Graduate Admissions, Boston College
Campion Hall 135
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Submitting GRE test scores is optional and not required for 2022 entry term(s). If you wish to send GRE scores, the Lynch School GRE code is 3218.
Not required.
International applicants are encouraged to apply to the Lynch School of Education and Human Development.
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