Curriculum and Instruction in Inclusive Education Master's Program

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Advance Your Teaching. Expand Every Child’s Potential.

Fredonia’s Curriculum and Instruction in Inclusive Education (M.S. Ed.) program helps certified teachers deepen their expertise in responsive, research-aligned instructional practice. Guided by the philosophy of the Responsive Education model—grounded in the belief that all children can learn—this program equips you to design inclusive learning environments, analyze student performance, and adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs. With field-based coursework, access to local educational leaders, and a curriculum rooted in current educational reform, you’ll graduate ready to elevate your classroom practice and expand your professional opportunities.

What You’ll Gain

Expertise in Responsive Instruction – Learn how to assess, reflect, and adapt your teaching to ensure all students can learn at high levels.
Advanced Curriculum Design Skills – Strengthen your ability to develop inclusive, research-informed K–12 curriculum and learning experiences.
Field-Based Graduate Learning – Experience real-world applications of theory through graduate-level, classroom-connected coursework with local instructional experts.
A Deep Understanding of Educational Reform – Explore the major themes shaping teaching today, including diversity, equity, assessment, and instructional innovation.
Professional Growth and Leadership Capacity – Enhance your ability to lead teams, support colleagues, and contribute to schoolwide instructional improvement.
Preparation for Advanced Certification – Build foundational expertise that supports career advancement and eligibility for additional credentials.

Who Should Apply?

The Curriculum and Instruction in Inclusive Education program is open to educators who possess initial certification in one or more of the following:

Early Childhood Education
Childhood Education (formerly Elementary Education)
Adolescence or Middle Childhood Education in English, French, Mathematics, Social Studies, Spanish, or the Sciences
Students with Disabilities

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Career Opportunities for Curriculum and Instruction in Inclusive Education

Childhood Education
Early Childhood Educator
Instructional Assessment Specialist
School Principal
Special Education Coordinator

Curriculum Specialist
Educational Program Director
Response to Intervention (RTI) Coordinator
School District Administrator
Special Education Teacher

What does a example degree look like?

First Semester

Course	Title	Credits
EDU 570	Using Educational Research to Improve Instruction	3
EDU 508	Teaching Exceptional Learners in Inclusive Settings	3
EDU 506	Introduction to Literacy Instruction	3
EDU 546	Models of Classroom Management	3
	TOTAL	12

Second Semester

Course	Title	Credits
EDU 514	Assessment & Instruction of Exceptional Learners I	3
EDU 640	Issues/Trends/Research in Elementary Math	3
EDU 539	Current Issues and Problems in Education	3
EDU 601	Autism, Issues, Trends and Research	3
	TOTAL	12

Third Semester

Course	Title	Credits
EDU 660	Conducting Educational Research	3
EDU 529	Proactive Approaches to Classroom Management in Inclusive Settings	3
	TOTAL	6

Fourth Semester

Course	Title	Credits
EDU 530	Assessment & Instruction of Exceptional Learners II	3
EDU 691	Capstone/Thesis	3
	TOTAL	6

GRAND TOTAL:

Fredonia’s C&I program is for those who have earned, or are earning, their initial certification to teach in New York State public schools. The program includes a core research track, an inclusive education core, and coursework linking content and pedagogy. Content areas include Literacy/Language Arts, Mathematics/Science/Technology, History and Interdisciplinary.

When you complete your M.S.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction in Inclusive Education degree program at Fredonia, you will be recommended for permanent certification in your initial certification area.

This Sample Degree Map is based on the requirements published in the University Catalog.

What are all the courses required to obtain a degree in Curriculum and Instruction in Inclusive Education?

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EDU 508 Teaching Exceptional Learners in Inclusive Settings

Addresses evidence-based instructional approaches, curriculum adaptation, placement options, and effective use of support services for exceptional learners, with an emphasis on instructional approaches to support them in inclusive settings and in the general education curriculum.

EDU 528 Technology in the Schools

The course is designed to introduce education personnel to the techniques and equipment involved in the use and development of computer-assisted instruction (CAI). A preliminary introduction to the microcomputer will be a part of the course.

EDU 562 Infant Development and Education

Focuses on nutritional and psychological influences on prenatal, infant, and toddler growth and development, inclusive of current research in infant development; childbirth; breastfeeding; infant simulation; intellectual development; attachment behavior; and infants in group care.

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Graduate Credits

A focused, complete master’s degree designed for working educators.

100+

Graduate Students

One of Fredonia’s largest and most active graduate education programs.

Grad Ed Programs

Part of a robust network of advanced educator preparation options.

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Teach Responsively. Lead Confidently.

As part of Fredonia’s College of Education, Health Sciences, and Human Services, this program sits within a strong ecosystem of advanced educator preparation. You’ll learn alongside graduate students pursuing a range of specialized and leadership-focused degrees, creating opportunities for collaboration, shared insight, and professional networking. This breadth strengthens your experience and expands your perspective beyond a single classroom or role.

Student Experiences

One of my favorite things about Fredonia is that I have been in a classroom since my freshman year. So every year, at least one semester, I'm in a classroom getting hands on experience with students, doing lesson plans and working on reading and development. So I'm automatically applying what I'm learning in the classroom into a real life classroom with children. And it's helped my experience immensely.

— Kayla Makosiej