Master of Arts in Education - Educational Technology with Instructional Computer Technology Endorsement
This program is designed to prepare teachers to become instructional leaders in the area of technology integration in P-16 curriculum and instructional design. Teachers completing this M.A. program with the instructional computer technology endorsement will receive training in the areas of instructional technology and design based on best practices in instructional computer technology as well as state and national standards. This program will support the efforts of teachers who are interested in integrating technology into their instruction and are interested in providing instructional technology and instructional design leadership within their schools and districts.
Admission Requirements
- General admission to graduate study.
- Standard or provisional teaching certification, a statement of eligibility for teaching, or letter describing your role as educational support. Those students seeking to develop expertise in the area of educational support will be able to obtain the master's degree, but it cannot be used for initial teacher certification.
- Minimum composite GRE score of 750 on the verbal and quantitative sections. This must be taken before or within the first 12 graduate hours for unconditional admission to graduate studies. Students will be admitted to the graduate school on a conditional basis until the GRE requirements are met.
- Demonstration of basic writing proficiency by scoring at least 2.5 on the analytic writing subtest of the GRE.
- A minimum of 2.75 undergraduate GPA.
Prerequisite (may be waived on advisor's recommendation)
Select one of the following:
|
Sem. Hrs. |
3 |
Core Courses (Complete all of the following)
EDUC 621 — Tech for the 21st Century Teacher |
3 |
EDUC 680 — Introduction to Instructional Design and Technology |
3 |
3 |
|
EDUC 628 - Technology, Education and Culture |
3 |
Professional Education (Complete all of the following)
EDUC 644 — Multimedia Design for the Classroom |
3 |
EDUC 688 — Educational Games and Simulations. |
3 |
EDUC 625 — Assistive Technology |
3 |
EDUC 685 — Principles of Distance Education |
3 |
EDUC 681 — Individualized Learning Systems |
3 |
EDEL 600 — Workshop |
3 |
CIS 634 — Management of Telecommunications and Networking |
3 |
CIS 650 — Innovation, Technology and Organizational Change |
3 |
TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED |
36-39 |
Students should check with their advisor for approval of courses prior to enrolling in those courses. The student is responsible for meeting requirements for admission, the exit exam, and application for graduation. Course requirements may change if certification requirements change. Only coursework taken for graduate credit may be counted on the master's degree.
Requirements for the Degree
- Satisfy general degree requirements.
- Apply for the exit exam at least two weeks prior to the exam date and must have advisor permission to take the exam. Additional written and/or oral examinations may be required as part of the comprehensive examination.
- Must submit a professional portfolio demonstrating work completed within the program.
- Must apply for graduation in the Graduate Office, 701 Ginger Hall.
- Maintain a 3.0 GPA in all courses taken after completing the bachelor's degree.
- Must be unconditionally admitted.
For a student who has not met testing requirements for admission into the program, but who has successfully completed 12 hours of approved coursework with a 3.25 or above GPA, the department chair may waive the testing requirement.
Assessment Procedures
Assessment is conducted in two ways that include an exit examination and a professional portfolio.
Exit Examination: After completing at least 27 semester hours including the core classes, the student is required to complete an exit examination and a professional portfolio. The exit exam is a multiple-choice examination covering the four required core courses. Even if transfer courses are accepted or courses are accepted as substitutes for core courses, the student is responsible for the content of the required courses on the exam. The exam is given at least once per semester and both summer terms; it is scheduled and administered by the department. The student must have advisor approval and should contact the department office to register. Students should apply to take the exam at least two weeks prior to the scheduled date of the exam. Students should arrange to complete the exit exam prior to the end of the semester in which they plan to complete the degree. The written exam can be taken only two times. The exam (alternate form) may be taken for a second time; to allow the student time to prepare, at least three months must elapse following the first exam. Students who do not pass the written exam must successfully complete an oral examination to meet degree requirements. If an oral exam is necessary, it is the student's responsibility to contact his/her advisor. If the advisor is not available during that semester or summer session, the student should contact the department chair.
Professional Portfolio: The professional portfolio will encompass projects completed in the program showing mastery of the educational technology and instructional design skills developed within the program. The portfolio must be submitted by the student to their advisor by the scheduled due date. Students should arrange to complete the professional portfolio prior to the end of the semester in which they plan to complete the degree.
Student Competencies
Students will meet the following: International Society for Technology Education (ISTE) National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) for Teachers and Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT)/National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) Initial Educational Communications and Technology standards through the Master of Arts in Education: Educational Technology program.
The Kentucky Teacher Standards are embraced in these competency standards. The Kentucky Teacher Standards are noted as "ETS" followed by the standard number.
ISTE NETS for Teachers
Technology Operations and Concepts. Teachers demonstrate a sound understanding of technology operations and concepts. EDUC 621, 625, 628, 644, 680, 685, CIS 634, and 650. ETS 1, 9, 10
Planning and Designing Learning Environments and Experiences. Teachers plan and design effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology. EDUC 621, 625, 644, 680, 681, 685, and 688. ETS 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10.
Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum. Teachers implement curriculum plans, that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning. EDUC 621, 625, 644, 680, 681, 685, and 688. ETS 2, 3, 4, 5, 10.
Assessment and Evaluation. Teachers apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies. EDUC 621, 625, 644, 680, 681, 685, and 688. ETS 5, 6, 7, 8, 10.
Productivity and Professional Practice. Teachers use technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice. EDEL 599, EDUC 611, 621, 625, 644, 685, 688, CIS 634, and 650. ETS 1, 9, 10.
Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human Issues. Teachers understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and apply those principles in practice. EDEL 599, EDUC 628, 644, 680, 681, 688, and CIS 650. ETS 1, 8, 9, 10.
AECT Standards
Standard 1: DESIGN. Candidates demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to design conditions for learning by applying principles of instructional systems design, message design, instructional strategies, and learner characteristics. EDUC 621, 625, 644, 680, 681, 685, and 688. ETS 2, 3, 10.
Standard 2: DEVELOPMENT. Candidates demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to develop instructional materials and experiences using print, audiovisual, computer-based, and integrated technologies. EDUC 621, 625, 644, 680, 681, 685, and 688. ETS 2, 3, 10.
Standard 3: UTILIZATION. Candidates demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to use processes and resources for learning by applying principles and theories of media utilization, diffusion, implementation, and policy-making. EDUC 621, 625, 644, 680, 681, 685, and 688. ETS 2, 3, 5, 10.
Standard 4: MANAGEMENT. Candidates demonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions to plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise educational technology by applying principles of project, resource, delivery system, and information management. EDUC 621, 625, 644, 680, 681, 685, and 688. ETS 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10.
Standard 5: EVALUATION. Candidates demonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions to evaluate the adequacy of instruction and learning by applying principles of problem analysis, criterion-referenced measurement, formative and summative evaluation, and long-range planning. EDUC 621, 625, 644, 680, 681, 685, and 688. ETS 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10.