Program Overview
The Online Education Specialist (EdS) in Curriculum and Instructional Leadership at William Woods University is a fully online, 30-credit-hour program designed for PreK–12 educators aiming to lead meaningful instructional change. The program is cohort-based and can be completed in as little as 18 months through convenient five-week courses. Graduates are trained as leaders in curriculum design, instructional development, and assessment, preparing them for roles such as curriculum directors, instructional coaches, and master teachers.
The program emphasizes practical application to today’s educational challenges, including demographic shifts, technology integration, and culturally responsive teaching. With tuition guaranteed to remain stable as long as you’re continuously enrolled, this program is both affordable and flexible.
| Credits to Complete | 30 credit hours |
What You'll Learn
You will earn the degree by completing ten three-credit courses, plus a three-credit Action Research course that includes research, a study that can be carried out in the classroom, and an action research paper suitable for journal publication. Students enrolled in the capstone course will also create a portfolio demonstrating their proficiency on each of the National Board Professional Teaching Standards.
Career Preparation
With an EdS in Curriculum and Instructional Leadership, you can step into advanced roles like curriculum director, instructional coordinator, or academic coach, helping shape what and how students learn across schools or districts. You’ll be equipped to lead professional development, design standards-aligned curriculum, and guide teachers in implementing best instructional practices.
This degree also opens doors to district-level leadership roles focused on assessment, school improvement planning, and instructional equity. If you’re interested in continuing your education, it provides a direct pathway into an EdD or other doctoral programs. Ultimately, it positions you as a leader who drives meaningful, system-wide academic growth.
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About William Woods University
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ABOUT: William Woods University (WWU) is a private, regionally accredited nonprofit institution of higher learning founded in 1870 located in Fulton, Missouri. Ranked among the nation’s top online learning programs, they combine 150 years of academic excellence with a student-centered, service-oriented educational environment. ACCREDITATION: Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) ADMISSIONS: Submit a completed application, proof of a completed master’s degree, official transcripts from previously completed coursework, and meet the minimum 2.5 GPA requirement. COST: Tuition is reduced from $780 per credit hour to $420 per credit (33% savings) for Missouri residents and Missouri school district employees, and $430 per credit (32% savings) for all other U.S. residents. |