MA in Education in Curriculum and Instruction - Teachers, Schools, and Society in Gainesville United States | University of Florida

We operate from the shared understanding that educational institutions are influenced by broader social factors including political systems, cultural norms, economic conditions, and ethical principles. Put differently, schools exist within a complex social ecosystem. Therefore, we incorporate insights from historical, philosophical, sociological, and cultural studies to investigate the connections between educational systems and society. This program caters to individuals seeking to gain, uncover, and implement specialized knowledge from these fields to tackle and solve urgent challenges in formal education and the wider educational landscape.
Students pursuing graduate studies in Teachers, Schools, and Society can earn a Master of Arts in Education (M.A.E.) Degree with a focus on Curriculum & Instruction.
The Teachers, Schools, and Society program brings together faculty and students to rigorously analyze the evolving relationships between school operations and their broader social environments. School operations encompass educator and student perspectives, teaching approaches, curriculum design, and professional development for both practicing and future educators. The social environments refer to how historical, sociological, philosophical, and cultural factors influence educational systems, and conversely how education impacts society. By examining these diverse educational aspects, we develop comprehensive yet detailed understandings that strengthen our ongoing dedication to creating dynamic, fair schools that support a thriving democratic society.