The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction - Science Education at The University of Texas at Arlington is a non-thesis degree designed for teachers who wish to specialize in advanced coursework in science education. This degree provides opportunities to develop advanced teaching, research, and leadership skills that align with the latest research and theories in science instruction. Graduates are prepared to analyze their own teaching and make adjustments where needed. They also gain an understanding of the overall state of education and the link between the theory and practice of teaching.
The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Science Education is a master's degree program only and does not lead to initial teacher certification. The program emphasizes teaching science to K through 12 students, using problem- and inquiry-based teaching strategies consistent with science disciplines and centered on how people learn. Science content is emphasized in the context of how to teach that content to students.