Master's in Instructional Technology

Program Overview

This Educational Technology program provides a comprehensive foundation in the use of technology in education. Students will learn about the history and philosophy of education and special education, as well as the fundamentals of computers, instructional technology, and instructional design. The program also offers a variety of elective courses that allow students to specialize in areas such as web applications, multimedia education, and assistive technology. Graduates of the program will be prepared for careers in a variety of educational settings, including corporate training, online course development, and instructional design.

Program Outline

Outline:

Required Courses (27 credits)

• EDSE 600: History and Philosophy of Education and Special Education
• EDIN 601: Foundations of Computers
• EDIN 617: Foundations of Instructional Technology - Teaching with Computers
• EDIN 622: Networking in the Education Environment I
• EDIN 623: Foundations of Instructional Design
• EDIN 646: Distance Learning Applications
• EDIN 651: Internet Technology in the Classroom
• EDIN 673: Designing Online Instruction
• EDIN 692: Projects in the Educational Technology

Elective Courses (6 credits)

• EDIN 621: Advanced Web Applications in the Classroom
• EDIN 626: Teaching Computer Applications in the Classroom
• EDIN 641: Programming in the Classroom
• EDIN 642: Multimedia Education Applications in Software Development
• EDIN 643: Children, Technology and Media Literacy
• EDIN 652: Assistive and Special Needs Technology
• EDIN 653: Technology Integration for School Leaders
• EDIN 654: 21st Century Instructional Technology Models
• EDIN 670: The Educational Technology Specialist
• MSIN 605: Strategic Management of Technology
• MSIN 607: Effective Oral and Written Communication for Managers
• MSIN 609: Information Technology Project Management
• MSIN 610: Advanced IT Project Management
• MSIN 615: Database Management and Administration
• MSIN 675: Professional Internship Experience
• WMM 601: Interface Design Principles
• WMMN 604: Entertainment and Education Design
• MDAN 610: Database Concepts and Design
• WMMN 608: Introduction to Multimedia Technology
• WMMN 611: Foundations of Web Design
• WMMN 660: Digital Photography for Designers

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Corporate Trainer
• Corporate Staff Developer/Teacher Trainer
• Online Course Developer
• Distance Learning Specialist
• Educational Sales Representative
• Instructional Designer