Domains
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The Learner and Learning - Candidates design and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences and inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards based on students' individual needs and differences, across cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas. (InTASC 1, 2, 3, 10)
- Candidates create developmentally appropriate instruction that addresses each learner’s diverse strengths, interests, and needs, and that enables each learner to advance and accelerate his or her learning. [InTASC 1(b), 1(e), 1(h), 2(a), 7(j), 7(n), 8(p); MC2, MC3]
- Candidates create opportunities for learners to demonstrate their learning in different ways. [InTASC 2(a), 7(c), 8(e); MC2, MC3]
- Candidates bring multiple perspectives to the discussion of content, including attention to learners’ personal, family, and community experiences and cultural norms. [InTASC 2(d), 2(j), 10(m); MC3, MC5]
- Candidates manage the learning environment to actively and equitably engage learners. [InTASC 3(d), 3(e), 3(f), 3(k), 3(n); MC2, MC3]
- Candidates organize, allocate, and coordinate the resources of time, space, and learners’ attention. [InTASC 3(d), 3(k); MC2]
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Instructional Strategies - Candidates plan and implement instruction using a variety of strategies and assessment practices that support learners by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, differentiation of instruction, and cross-curricular approaches. (InTASC 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10)
- Candidates develop meaningful and measurable unit and lesson objectives with appropriate assessments and rubrics. [InTASC 6(b), 6(k), 7(a); MC1, MC2]
- Candidates develop instructional strategies for diverse and differentiated curriculum. [InTASC 8(l), 9(h), 6(g), 7(b); MC1, MC2, MC3]
- Candidates use a variety of strategies and techniques to enhance effective instruction based on data. [InTASC 9(b), 9(k), 10(e), 10(n); MC2]
- Candidates use formative and summative assessments that minimize sources of bias to support, verify, and document learning. [InTASC 6(a), 6(b); MC2; MC5]
- Candidates plan collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals who have specialized expertise to design effective cross-curricular learning experiences. [InTASC 2(f), 7(e), 9(c), 10(a), 10(b); MC2, MC4]
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Curriculum Development - Candidates independently and collaboratively design, develop and implement curriculum based on current educational research and trends that address standards, culturally diverse populations, and differentiated instruction. (InTASC 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10)
- Candidates build and revise curriculum maps based on current best practices. [InTASC 4(j), 7(b), 7(f), 7(g), 7(I), 7(p); MC2]
- Candidates develop curriculum maps that align with district goals and state standards to improve student achievement. [InTASC 4(j), 7(b), 7(f), 7(g), 7(I), 7(p); MC2]
- Candidates develop culturally diverse and differentiated curriculum. [InTASC 2(o), 6(g), 7(b), 8(l), 9(h); MC2, MC5]
- Candidates explore curriculum design and development grounded in research-based theories of learning. [InTASC 7(I), 9(c), 10(h); MC2]
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Professional Responsibility - Candidates engage in ongoing professional learning and use evidence to continually evaluate and improve their practice, as well as seek appropriate leadership roles and opportunities to take responsibility for student learning, to collaborate with learners, families, colleagues, other school professionals, and community members to ensure learner growth, and to advance the profession. (InTASC 9, 10)
- Candidates engage in ongoing learning opportunities to develop knowledge and skills to provide all learners with engaging curriculum and learning experiences. [InTASC 9(a), 9(b), 9(k), 9(n), 10(f)]
- Candidates define roles and responsibilities of a curriculum leader and coach including professional development, training, collaboration, and motivation. [InTASC 9(o), 10(f), 10(I), 10(k), 10(o), 10(s), 10(t); MC4]
- Candidates reflect on their personal biases and access resources to deepen their own understanding of cultural, ethnic, gender, and learning differences to promote ethical practice, build stronger relationships, and create relevant learning experiences. [InTASC 4(q), 9(e), 9(m); MC2, MC5]
- Candidates collaborate with colleagues, organizational leadership, and the community to build a safe, positive learning climate of openness, mutual respect, support, and inquiry. [InTASC 3(a), 3(n), 10(c), 10(d); MC4]
- Candidates advocate for meeting the needs of learners, strengthening the learning environment, and enacting system change. [InTASC 10(I), 10(j), 10(k); MC3, MC4]
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Professional Development - Candidates design, develop and implement data-based professional development utilizing effective communication and presentation skills. Candidates work to build a shared vision and supportive culture while contributing to the knowledge and skills of others to advance professional practice. (InTASC 10)
- Candidates create professional development plans at the school-level or district-level. [InTASC 9(k), 10(b), 10(c), 10(s), 10(t); MC1, MC2, MC4]
- Candidates build and revise professional development based on data. [InTASC 4(j), 9(c), 9(k), 10(f); MC2]
- Candidates evaluate professional development plans using feedback to measure relevance and effectiveness. [InTASC 9(c), 9(e), 9(g); MC2]
- Candidates use tools, including technology, for successful implementation of coaching and learning. [InTASC 9(e), 9(f), 9(k), 10(g); MC1, MC4]
Faculty
Our faculty are committed to bringing their abundant knowledge, enthusiasm, and experience to GCU and its students every day.
Program FacultyDisclosure Categories Related to Professional Licensure
Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction
for residents of AL, AK, AS, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, GU, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, MP, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VI, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY,
Alabama
Not Intended for Licensure
This program is not intended to lead to licensure or certification in Arizona or any other US state or territory.
Alaska
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American Samoa
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Arizona
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Arkansas
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California
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Colorado
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Connecticut
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Delaware
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District of Columbia
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Florida
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Georgia
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Guam, US Territory
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Hawaii
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Idaho
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Illinois
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Indiana
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Iowa
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Kansas
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Kentucky
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Louisiana
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Maine
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Maryland
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Massachusetts
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Michigan
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Minnesota
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Mississippi
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Missouri
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Montana
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Nebraska
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Nevada
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New Hampshire
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New Jersey
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New Mexico
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New York
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North Carolina
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North Dakota
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Northern Mariana Islands
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Ohio
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Oklahoma
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Oregon
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Pennsylvania
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Puerto Rico
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Rhode Island
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South Carolina
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South Dakota
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Tennessee
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Texas
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Utah
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Vermont
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Virgin Islands
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Virginia
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Washington
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West Virginia
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Wisconsin
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Wyoming
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