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M.Ed. in Educational Technology

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Sep 30, 2024
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16 Months
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SEMESTER CREDITS

34

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M.Ed. in Educational Technology

Join the first program in America to be recognized by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). The M.Ed. in Educational Technology at American College of Education prepares you to support learning through technology. Whether in the K-12 classroom or in other educational environments, learn to evaluate and implement technology for teaching, learning, and assessment.

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Total Cost M.Ed. in Educational Technology

Total Tuition

34 semester credits x $235 per credit

$7,990

Fees

$50 Application Fee
$100 Conferral Fee
$1360 Technology and Library Fee
(34 Semester Credits X $40 per Credit)

$1,510

Total Program Cost

$9,500*

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$9,500

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Program Details

Majors

Focus of Study

Digital Learning and Teaching
Educational Technology
General Track

The M.Ed. in Educational Technology program prepares educators and other professionals to serve as technology leaders. Specifically, students will explore and evaluate current digital tools, develop pedagogical skills, and devise strategies to support learning through technology, including blended learning techniques. Students will also explore how to provide professional development and technical assistance to their adult colleagues. Coursework applies to both the K-12 classroom and other educational environments. This program is not designed to meet licensure or endorsement requirements.

Program Outcomes

Practice professional skills and abilities in integrating technology in educational environments to facilitate experiences addressing the diverse needs of all learners.
Justify the selection of experiences and assessment options using theories, standards, and frameworks which engage learners through the implementation of research-based instructional strategies appropriate for digital delivery.
Demonstrate mastery of evidenced-based concepts and principles by designing, developing, and implementing technology-rich programs which model best practices in teaching, learning, and assessment.
Demonstrate leadership capacity, including the effective utilization of resources, to conduct and apply research, promoting continuous improvement at the organizational or program level to establish a culture of learning for diverse learners.
Model safe and healthy, legal, and ethical uses of digital information while effectively demonstrating approaches to civic and global accountability.
Investigate problems critical to the field which apply analytical inquiry, a range of resources, and diverse perspectives to assess elements of complexity to determine potential solutions.
Enhance leadership capacity and shared governance through the articulation of ways to establish, enhance, and expand virtual, collaborative communities, developing partnerships in diverse settings through effective communication.

College Catalog

Start Dates

With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.

September 30, 2024 Term

Sep 27, 2024

Payment Due

Sep 27, 2024

Application Due

Sep 30, 2024

Term Start

Oct 04, 2024

Unregister/Cancel Deadline

Nov 03, 2024

Term End

November 11, 2024 Term

January 06, 2025 Term

January 27, 2025 Term

February 17, 2025 Term

April 07, 2025 Term

July 07, 2025 Term

Courses

Here are just some of the courses you’ll take when working towards this program. Visit the College Catalog to see all courses.

ED5123	Diverse Learners	3 Semester Credits
This course reviews data related to the effectivemess of educatioanl initiatives emphasizing evidence-based instructional design models used to assess andinstruct students with diverse learning needs. Special attention is given to inclusion of traditionally underrepresented learner populations, i.e. special education, LEP, economically disadvantaged and ethnic minorities.
ET5023	Practices for Evaluating Technological Resources	3 Semester Credits
In this course, learners investigate and use existing and emerging technologies to support content and instructional delivery, student learning and engagement, collaboration, and communication in online and blended environments. They demonstrate the ability to use a variety of tools, including those for information access and retrieval, to promote student learning and classroom/professional research and evaluation. Learners also analyze technological tools in their own workplaces, identify areas of need, and make recommendations for improvement based on costs and benefits. Learners demonstrate knowledge of the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and adaptive and assistive technologies to support effective virtual instruction for diverse student populations, including those with exceptionalities and English learners.
ET5033	Technology for Learning and Assessment	3 Semester Credits
In this course, learners apply fundamental concepts related to learning and assessment in online and blended environments, including continuous evaluation, formative and summative assessment, and alignment of assessment to student learning outcomes. Learners use and evaluate current and emerging technologies to improve learning and assessment in ways that ensure validity, reliability, and the security of student data. They are introduced to and use a variety of tools offering opportunities for the collection, tracking, and analysis of student achievement data. Learners then evaluate the ability of the technologies to support authentic and performance-based assessment in written assignments, simulations and games, individual and collaborative projects, and portfolios. Finally, learners link learning and assessment by developing a standards-based unit plan demonstrating the ability to clearly communicate assessment criteria, provide prompt and personalized feedback, monitor student progress, inform instruction, guide student management of coursework and resources, and develop interventions.
ET5043	Technology Curriculum and Planning	3 Semester Credits
Using principles, theories, and models of curriculum design, students build an evidence-based, technology-integrated curriculum unit appropriate to the learning environment and audience. After conducting an analysis of current practices, students construct a curriculum plan that promotes the integration of technology skills into the learning process, demonstrates the ability to differentiate instruction, and supports the needs of diverse learners. Additionally, students identify the supportive role of the technology leader in helping all learners to demonstrate competency. Students will analyze digital equity issues and explore strategies for mitigating them.
ET5063	Creating Professional Environments in a Virtual World	3 Semester Credits
Applying principles of instructional design and adult learning, learners demonstrate a broad understanding of their professional environment by developing products to support continuous professional growth within the organization. Learners identify and evaluate technologies to facilitate and improve collaboration, productivity, communication, and instruction for all organizational stakeholders. They also design a professional development plan based on best practices and emphasizing legal and ethical guidelines specific to blended and online learning environments. Within the context of professional environments, academic integrity and dishonesty, personal and professional learning networks, and digital citizenship are major topics.
ET5073	Educational Technology Planning	3 Semester Credits
This course prepares learners to plan and deliver individualized, rich, and meaningful virtual instruction using best practices and evidencesupported models. Through a variety of products, learners apply knowledge of the structure and components of virtual instruction, planning and implementing appropriate activities and assignments for diverse students. Learners demonstrate the ability to use technology resources effectively, seek alternative funding sources, and prepare a grant application to support the planning and delivery of a curriculum unit. Within the curricular unit, learners emphasize technology integration, the role of feedback in student achievement, the monitoring of curricular effectiveness, and the modification of curriculum and instruction to meet diverse student needs.
ET5083	Instructional Technology Systems Management	3 Semester Credits
Learners will become proficient in researching and evaluating networks, hardware and software commonly used in educational settings. Learners will investigate and share issues related to planning, purchasing, and integrating new systems and supporting existing systems. Operating systems maintenance and trouble-shooting strategies will be explored in the context of developing an instructional manual and training for a technology management team. Security concerns related to identity protection and filtering will also be explored.

Featured Faculty

Our real-world coursework is taught by experienced faculty.

Catherine McKay

Catherine McKay

Chair, Professional Educational Studies

Carrie Hutton Latsoudis

Carrie Hutton Latsoudis

Instructional Faculty

Agnes Parker

Instructional Faculty

Jason Caudill

Senior Core Faculty, Doctoral

Barry Chametzky

Barry Chametzky

Senior Core Faculty

Deborah Huffine

Deborah Huffine

Senior Core Faculty

Don Macon

Senior Core Faculty

Barbara Yalof

Senior Core Faculty

Samantha Fecich

Samantha Fecich

Core Faculty

Harold Fisher

Core Faculty

Admission Requirements

ACE General Admission Requirements

Program Admission Requirements

International Transcript Requirements

English as a Second Language Applicants

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