Program offered is a Master.
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction: Technology (Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation) is a program designed for educators who wish to learn to use technology to improve the success of students. Applicants to this program are required to submit a copy of a current teaching certificate or provide evidence of a minimum of one year of teaching experience. The format and courses of this regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of adult learners and to maximize strengths that students already possess. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of curriculum and instruction, educational applications of technology, interactive design for the classroom, and distance learning. Courses are aligned to the International Society for Technology in Education NETS for Teachers standards. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and hands-on experiences. It is strongly recommended that students have access to a K-12 grade environment to complete the practicum and program assignments. Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed educators who meet the technological needs of educational settings and student populations. Each course in the program requires a benchmark