M.Ed. in Instructional Technology

The 100% online Master of Education in Instructional Technology program leads to a thorough understanding of the instructional design and technology application addressed in the Technology Applications Certificate that align with the national technology standards and SBEC Standards. Student K-12 educators in the program are encouraged to complete testing for the supplemental certification at the end of the program.

Course work integrates content specialization focused learning. The program requires significant amounts self-directed project based learning. Demonstration of competency in courses is designed for preparation across various instructional technology career tracks. An advanced degree in Instructional Technology is frequently required to hold positions

of instructional designer, technology specialist, professional development developer. The degree frequently becomes necessary for future leadership positions such as a technology director, or as a prerequisite for entry into certain doctoral degree programs.

The M.Ed. in Instructional Technology program is geared towards those in education who desire to increase the innovative and leadership capacity needed to increase the effectiveness of educators in using technology.

Graduates from this program will become innovators and mentors, leading the way to changing how technology is used so as to become a seamless part of the educational process.

Graduates will embrace instructional technology, innovate with technology, and anticipate roadblocks and challenges to effective use of technology within the state’s public schools and other organizations.