4+1 Master of Education in Transformational Curriculum and Instruction

Start now! Earn your Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction

At the end of the junior year, all Florida Southern Education students are eligible to be considered for early admission to the MEd program.

This program is designed for individuals interested in earning a curriculum and instruction degree that advances classroom teaching skills through research-based strategies and techniques. This degree is focused on transformational teaching methods including active, student-centered, collaborative, experiential, and problem-based learning.
Admitted undergraduate students will be allowed to complete a maximum of 6 credit hours of graduate work. These credits will count toward their undergraduate and MEd degree requirements.

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Why choose 4+1 Master of Education at FSC?

Early Admission

This opportunity will allow candidates to begin coursework during their last semester as an undergraduate and save time earning this prestigious degree.

Advance your career

Teachers earning a master’s degree in education from a regionally accredited institution may be eligible for additional annual compensation. Florida Southern encourages interested applicants to work with their local school districts to determine eligibility and the level of pay increase.

Connect with your students through pedagogical approaches

Study current pedagogical approaches to bring to the classroom and to build connections with students and have a positive impact on P-12 student learning.

Teacher leader

Become a teacher leader by modeling the current best practices of teaching in your classroom and collaborate with colleagues to influence a positive impact on school-wide student learning.

Flexible

Courses are 100% online and provide flexible and convenient scheduling that meets your needs through online and clinical learning.

Prestigious Credentials

At Florida Southern College, you can earn a highly regarded MED degree at one of the top graduate teaching programs in the U.S. — at an affordable cost.

Meet Our Mocs

Carley Fischer

I selected this program because I completed my undergrad at Florida Southern. I knew, first hand, how phenomenal the Education program is and wanted to continue with it during my graduate studies. Additionally, the course content appealed to me because of its relevance in today’s classrooms and fresh perspective on teaching.

Carley Fischer

Dakota Veal

Danielle Guida

I love being able to continue my education at Florida Southern College with the most incredible faculty members. It is so easy to communicate with them and I know they are always there to support me. I have already become a more reflective and effective educator because of this program. I look forward to seeing how my teaching practices improve over the course of this degree.

Danielle Guida

Recognized Accomplishments

School districts recognize the time and effort teachers spend in graduate school, and want these individuals to stay in the district to help direct future growth of a school. Master’s degree holders are the best chance schools have to enact positive curriculum-wide changes and improve student outcomes. As an added benefit of earning a master’s degree, you gain a bigger voice in the national conversation on education. As educators further develop their understanding of teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and professional resources, they become more valuable members of the educational community.

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Featured 4+1 Master of Education Faculty

Brooke Veal

There is no substitute for the power of real-world classroom experience. Every placement we provide is more than just an assignment. It’s an opportunity for our preservice teachers to grow, lead, and learn alongside dedicated educators, shaping the kind of teacher they are becoming and the future they will create for their students.

4+1 Master of Education Program Details

Admission Requirements

Must have 93+ undergraduate credit hours completed at the start of the program.
Students are encouraged to apply for admission during their junior year.
GPA of 3.0 or higher
MED in Transformational Curriculum and Instruction Director Approval

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4+1 Master of Education Program Contact

Kimmy Diallo

Admission Counselor and Advisor

863.680.4914

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Brooke Veal, MATL

Director of Field Study and Evening Education Programs

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Lori Rakes, Ph.D.

Dean of Education

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