Gain new perspectives on education and become a leader in research and pedagogy. UNT's Curriculum and Instruction Ph.D. with a concentration in Curriculum Studies focuses on the dynamic, historical and cultural aspects of the educational experience. Special attention is given to the connection between theory and practice, the role of politics and policies relevant to school curricula, contrasting approaches to curriculum evaluation and reconceptualization, and critical analysis of curricular paradigms. The Curriculum and Instruction doctoral program at the University of North Texas is a research-intensive program.<br><br>Our faculty members have a wide range of interests in their specialization areas. Their research interests span from curriculum integration to technology to language and literacy issues, all across a diverse range of grade levels and populations.<br><br>Curriculum Studies focuses on the dynamic, historical and cultural aspects of the educational experience. Special attention goes to the connections between theory and practice, the role of politics and policies relevant to school curricula, contrasting approaches to curriculum evaluation and reconceptualization, and critical analysis of curricular paradigms. The program emphasizes understanding curriculum, learning and teaching in various facets.