Learning technologies
This field of study attracts students from several different professional
disciplines. Licensed teachers pursue studies in this area to learn methods for
integrating technology into their classrooms. Professionals in business and industry are
attracted to the multimedia design and development coursework that focuses on software
design. Educators who work with adult learners also find this field useful for integrating
distance learning techniques with their teaching strategies. Because this program features
collaborative instruction from three nationally ranked departments within
the college—Curriculum and Instruction;
Educational Psychology; and
Work and Human Resource Education—participants will benefit from a rich, broad-based curriculum and
faculty members with both research-based and hands-on expertise.
Two program options are available in this field of study: 30-credit
M.Ed./professional studies degree or 12-credit certificate. Because
certificate requirements are incorporated into the M.Ed. program, students
automatically earn a certificate while earning the M.Ed. degree. However,
students can earn the certificate separately.
In addition to examining general uses of technology in educational
settings, the M.Ed. and certificate programs focus on three distinct areas
of study:
- K–12 technology integration
- Multimedia design and development
- online distance learning
Certificate in online distance learning
This certificate is designed to prepare educators and other professionals to
design and deliver distance learning opportunities in academic or business
settings.
Program overview
Certificate
in technology enhanced learning: K–12
technology integration
This certificate will provide students with psychological
and technological foundations underlying the use of technology in K-12
settings. Students will examine teaching via the Internet, technology
tools for educators, and planning for K-12 technology design and
integration. Program overview
Certificate
in technology enhanced learning: multimedia
design and development
Students will develop expertise
in using technology in multimedia instructional settings and effective
multimedia instruction. Program overview
This program is also offered through University of Minnesota,
Rochester
Master of education (M.Ed.) degree in curriculum and instruction: learning technologies
Our M.Ed./professional studies program is for licensed teachers and
other professionals interested in gaining
advanced knowledge and skills in specific emphasis in their current
field or a new field.
Program overview
Master of arts (M.A.) degree in education, curriculum and
instruction—learning technologies track
Offered through the Graduate
School, our M.A. program emphasizes research and theory in the context
of classroom application. It generally culminates in an extensive
research project and final oral exam. The application
procedures and tuition fees correspond to those of the
Graduate School. Program
overview
Doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in education, curriculum and
instruction—learning technologies track
Our Ph.D. degree is for students interested in focusing on a
particular subject field and includes original research that makes a significant
contribution to knowledge in that field. Students pursuing this degree are
admitted through the Graduate
School. Program
overview
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