Instructional Technology M.Ed. with Certification in Instructional Technology
33 credits
Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology and certification program is a joint cooperative degree with Kutztown University, 33 credits.
Purpose of Program
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology with Instructional Technology Specialist certification program is designed to prepare instructional technologists who are catalysts for integrating technology into schools to meet diverse learning needs. The Instructional Technology Specialist Certification is a non-instructional certification permitting the holder to function in a support role for K-12 classroom and school activities. Individuals may then serve in one or more of the following roles: district-wide technology coordinators, intermediate unit technology administrators, and/or classroom teachers within the state of Pennsylvania.
Outcome Expectations
Students completing the Master of Education (M.Ed.) program with Instructional Technology Specialist certification will be proficient in the selection and implementation of instructional technologies for diverse learning needs within the Pennsylvania State Public School teaching environment.
National Accreditations
National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education and Association for Educational Communication and Technology.
Program of Study
Maximum time to finish:
Four years
Required Foundation Courses - 6 credits
| MCOM 520 | Selctn Use Instr Media | 3 credits |
| ELED 570 | Introduction to Research | 3 credits |
Required Major Courses = 12 credits
And three courses from the following or adviser-approved related coursework:
| PSED 516 | Learner & Learnng Proc | 3 credits |
| MCOM 501 | Current Applications | 1 credits |
| MCOM 510 | Computers In Education | 3 credits |
| MCOM 532 | Digital Photography and Still Images | 3 credits |
| MCOM 534 | Video Production | 3 credits |
| MCOM 536 | Internet For Educators | 3 credits |
| MCOM 538 | Desktop Publishing for Educators | 3 credits |
| MCOM 540 | Multimedia I | 3 credits |
| MCOM 545 | Interactive Media | 3 credits |
Required Capstone Options - 9 credits
Electives - 6 credits
MCOM courses or other department courses discussed with adviser.
Final Graduation Requirement
Submission of comprehensive portfolio and internship.