The Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) Emphasis is intended for educators who are seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in curriculum, teaching and learning, educational research, and assessment to promote student learning. By combining theory and practice, teachers will be able to improve their own classroom practices, be in a position to assume instructional leadership, curriculum design roles, and professional training in their schools or districts. This emphasis positions educators to pursue graduate work at the doctoral level.
Important:The MA in Education is currently under revision. The Teacher Education Department has proposed the MA in Curriculum & Instruction (30 units) and the MA in Special Education (30-33) units. If approved, these programs are projected begin Fall 2026. We will be accepting applications for the Curriculum & Instruction and Disability Studies emphases with the intention of moving all applicants to the new program when final approval is made. Additional information about the programs will be explained at an upcoming Information Session.
Upcoming Information Sessions
Individual advising appointments are available with Nitzia Castaniero, Counselor for the MA in Education: Schedule an advising appointment.
Important Admission Dates
Applications for Fall 2025 have now closed.
Additional Information
To find out more about the graduate programs offered by the School of Education, to register for an information session, or to apply now, please visit theSchool of Education Admissions Page.
- Curriculum & Instruction - Admission Requirements/Current Catalog
- Curriculum & Instruction - Roadmap(PDF, 52.8KB)
Contact Us
Nitzia Castaniero
MA in Education- Curriculum & Instruction and Disability Studies Counselor
805-437-8523
nitzia.castaniero@csuci.edu
Schedule an appointment with Nitzia
Dr. Jeanne M. Grier
Chair, Department of Teacher Education
805-437-8987
jeanne.grier@csuci.edu