课程和教学学位（C＆I）旨在满足以某种教学能力工作（或计划工作）的个人的需求。该学位既不会获得南达科他州的教学证书，也不会导致对南达科他州的教学证书的认可。C＆I学位的结构具有很大的灵活性。预计学生将根据自己感兴趣的领域来选择必修课程和选修学分。这些课程可以在没有学位的情况下完成，也可以用作完成C＆I学位基础的一部分。
The degree in Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) is designed to meet the needs of individuals who work (or plan to work) in some kind of an instructional capacity. The degree does not lead to a South Dakota teaching certificate nor does it lead to an endorsement on the South Dakota teaching certificate.<br><br>The C&I degree is structured to allow a great deal of flexibility. It is expected that students will take a mixture of required courses and elective credits, depending on their areas of interest. These courses may be completed with no intention of seeking a degree or may be used as part of the basis for completing a C&I degree.<br><br>Student Learning Outcomes<br>Knowledge of current issues: The graduate of the curriculum and instruction program displays knowledge of current practices, research, theories, and issues in education.<br>Knowledge of learning: The graduate of the curriculum and instruction program demonstrates knowledge of how students learn and is able to effectively apply that knowledge within a variety of educational roles.