Early Childhood Education (ECE) (Birth – 8 years)

This strand is designed for those who have a strong passion for teaching young children, ages birth through age 8, and who believe that children learn best through active, hands-on learning. Candidates will explore current trends and research, design developmentally-appropriate curriculum, and develop skills in advocating for young children.

Program Objectives for the Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Early Childhood Education

In addition to meeting the objectives for all Concordia’s M.Ed. programs, successful candidates in the M.Ed.  in Curriculum & Instruction will demonstrate:

• Expertise in the utilization of new methods of authentic assessment and strategies as tools to evaluate student learning progress.
• The ability to modify instructional plans and promote alternative goals and strategies when necessary, particularly in relation to assessment results.
• Effective instructional skills in planning, implementing, and assessing instruction in settings that include diverse cultural populations and special needs students.

For more information about each individual course, visit the Early Childhood Education Courses page.

Getting Your Master’s Degree Online

The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Early Childhood Education program is fully online. The online format uses cutting-edge curriculum and easy to use online learning tools to provide students with a convenient yet challenging educational experience. Online classes are 5 weeks in length and can be accessed via Internet.

Ready to enroll? Speak with an enrollment specialist: 1 (877) 251-4405 OR start your application here.