Master of Education – Curriculum and Instruction: History

What Will You Study in the M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – History Online Master’s Degree?

• Develop educational leadership and supervision skills
• Explore the foundational principles of education and learn to apply them
• Learn to critically evaluate educational methods and interventions as well as apply them to real-world situations
• Learn useful educational research and assessment skills
• Study American colonial history

In this program, you’ll engage with educational theory and the foundations of curriculum design, while developing skills in research, assessment, and evaluation of instructional strategies in history. You’ll study how to connect historical content to meaningful learning experiences, considering how cultural, political, economic, and religious dynamics shaped past events. You’ll also examine how to tailor instruction to diverse learners, incorporate technology into teaching, and articulate historical understanding in ways that are coherent and pedagogically sound.

Potential Career Opportunities for M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – History Graduates

• Curriculum developer
• Educational consultant
• History teacher*
• Instructional coordinator

*The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – History does not lead to teacher licensure. However, this program may be a good fit for licensed teachers or students who do not need state teaching licensure to teach at a private school.

M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – History Program Highlights

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online M.Ed. degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have lowered our tuition for our Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Education programs. At $430 per credit hour for full time, Liberty University’s M.Ed. online is available at one of the lowest tuition rates for this degree in the country!
• Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts — $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)