Educational Technology (Online Program), M.A.

Program Director: Matt Gehrett, Ed. D.

Overview

This program is designed for candidates who plan to assume technology leadership roles in a school setting. Participants in this program will explore the application of technology in education and develop an expertise in using technology as a tool to enhance teaching and learning. A variety of the most current and efficient uses of technology will be explored and informed by the personal experiences of Christian faculty. Coursework focuses on current learning theories and instructional strategies for the effective use of technology in the classroom setting. Candidates will understand the implications of the digital world in relation to ethical and moral uses from a distinctive Christian worldview. The program culminates in courses that blend personal values, digital citizenship, and innovation in educational technology. Candidates should express an interest in the educational use of technology. This degree requires a minimum of 30 units of coursework.

Admissions Requirements

• Official transcripts verifying bachelor's degree
• Minimum GPA of 2.75
• Statement of intent
• 1 current reference form
• Letter of explanation if GPA is under 2.75

Program Student Learning Outcomes

The Educational Technology program is aligned and consists of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) Standards and the National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS-T).

1. Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments.
2. Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessment incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETS-S.
3. Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society.
4. Teachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices.
5. Teachers continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital tools and resources.

AECT Standards

1. Content Knowledge: Candidates demonstrate the knowledge necessary to create, use, assess and manage theoretical and practical applications of educational technologies and processes.

2. Content Pedagogy: Candidates develop as reflective practitioners able to demonstrate effective implementation of educational technologies and processes based on contemporary content and pedagogy.

3. Learning Environments: Candidates facilitate learning by creating, using, evaluating and managing effective learning environments.

4. Professional Knowledge and Skills: Candidates design, develop, implement and evaluate technology-rich learning environments within a supportive community of practice.

5. Research: Candidates explore, evaluate, synthesize and apply methods of inquiry to enhance learning and improve performance.

NETS-T Standards

1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity.
2. Design and develop digital age learning experiences and assessments.
3. Model digital age work and learning.
4. Promote and model digital citizenship and responsibility.
5. Engage in professional growth and leadership.

Locations Offered

Online

Program Length/Semester Starts

The program can be completed in 6 semester terms or 24 months depending on Innovative Project completion. New cohorts begin each semester depending on availability.