Instructional Technology M.Ed. with Pennsylvania Certification in Instructional Technology
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 technology coaches within the state of Pennsylvania. Most course work can be completed face-to-face or through distance education.
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 International Society for Teachers in Education (ISTE).
Program of Study
Maximum time to finish: Four years
Required Foundation Courses - 6 credits
| DMET 520 | Selection and Application of Learning Technologies | 3 credits |
| ELED 570 | Introduction to Research | 3 credits |
Required Major Courses - 12 credits
| DMET 526 | Organization and Administration of Instructional Technology | 3 credits |
and three courses (9 credits) from the following or adviser-approved related coursework:
| PSED 516 | Learner & the Learning Process | 3 credits |
| DMET 501 | Current Applications | 1 credit |
| DMET 510 | Online Tools and Strategies for Learner-Centered Instruction | 3 credits |
| DMET 530 | Instructional Design for Effective Learning | 3 credits |
| DMET 532 | Digital Photography and Still Images | 3 credits |
| DMET 534 | Video Production | 3 credits |
| DMET 536 | DE: Internet For Educators | 3 credits |
| DMET 538 | Desktop and Digital Publishing for Learning | 3 credits |
| DMET 540 | Multimedia I | 3 credits |
| DMET 545 | Interactive Media | 3 credits |
Required Capstone Options - 9 credits
Option A
| DMET 580 | Research Project I: Action Research Design | 3 credits |
| DMET 581 | Research Project II: Action Research Implementation | 3 credits |
| DMET 585 | Internship | 3 credits |
Option B
Electives - 6 credits
DMET courses or other department courses discussed with adviser.
Final Graduation Requirement
Submission of comprehensive portfolio with internship.