Advancing Teachers in Texas

Mastering Teaching in Action

Become the leader and instructor you were called to be with our online Master of Education in Instruction and Learning, Education and Teaching concentration. Designed to empower current teachers to become master instructors in their subject areas, this program advocates for safe and productive instruction while improving your professional craft and vocational calling through faith-based principles and curriculum. 
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Become the leader and instructor you were called to be with our online Master of Education in Instruction and Learning, Education and Teaching concentration. Designed to empower current teachers to become master instructors in their subject areas, this program advocates for safe and productive instruction while improving your professional craft and vocational calling through faith-based principles and curriculum. 

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ACU knows the importance of preparing educators for their next career move. Whether you’re looking to work in secondary schools or wanting to propel your current teaching skills, we want to guide and support you toward achieving your goals. Led by ACU faculty members and practitioners, we champion and seek to invest in educators like you for a fulfilling career.

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Named one of America’s Top Online Colleges for the fourth year in a row by Newsweek and Statista Inc., ACU continues to set the standard for online education. With a commitment to delivering academic excellence in a flexible online format, ACU Online empowers you to achieve your goals without compromising your lifestyle. Experience a world-class education designed to help you succeed—anytime, anywhere.

Mastering Teaching in Action

Program Overview

Whether you have obtained a bachelor’s in education, have obtained a teaching certification, or completed alternative certificate program, the Master of Education in Instruction and Learning program offers current educators the opportunity to improve their academic knowledge while becoming expert teachers capable of increasing learning for their students and peers.

Master of Education in Instruction and Learning

Program Description

Through the Education and Teaching Concentration, Texas teachers like you can utilize your unique perspectives and life experiences to guide students toward their academic success and growing curiosity of the world. This concentration is a great stepping stone for all educators seeking to further develop their pedagogical and instructional practices. You can also expect to be taught the foundational aspects of effective teaching as well as how to manage multifaceted environments for your students’ academic success.

Advanced Standing Available

If you are currently enrolled or have completed a Teacher Certification program in the last five years, you may be eligible to reduce the cost of your degree by qualifying for “Advanced Standing” to automatically gain up to 9 credit hours toward your M.Ed.

Program Format

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, the M.Ed. in Instruction and Learning consists of 30 credit hours with a completed timeframe between 18-20 months. Depending on your standing and affiliations, you may also be expected to complete additional courses to fulfill specific requirements. This online degree prepares current educators to serve students through evidence-based practices, effective teaching, learning and leading techniques for classrooms of all shapes and sizes.

Program Cost

ACU offers a special discount to reduce tuition costs for current educators in participating ISDs who are seeking to earn their master’s degree and enhance their professional careers.

Regular StudentStudents
with Advanced Standing		Participating ISD Teachers
and Educators		Participating ISD Teachers
and Educators
with Advanced Standing
Credit Hours30213021
Cost Per Credit Hour$600$600$540$540
Resource Fee$200$200$200$200
Total Cost$20,000$14,000$18,200$12,740

Other financial aid may apply. Please speak with an admissions advisor to learn more.

WHY GET AN ONLINE DEGREE FROM ACU?

For the fifth year in a row, ACU is the highest-ranking university in Texas in the U.S. News & World Report “Programs to Look For” benchmarks focused on student success – placing in five of eight categories this year. Combine this educational excellence with the flexibility of an online format and it’s easy to understand why earning your degree from ACU Online makes sense. Whether you’re married and juggling work and kids, or a single professional meeting the demands of a growing career, ACU Online can fit into your busy life.