Curriculum and Instruction, Digital Teaching and Learning Concentration, M.Ed.
Program Overview
This online M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Digital Teaching and Learning prepares educators for diverse teaching environments, emphasizing best practices for online and remote delivery, content creation, and digital learning evaluation. The program includes courses on digital teaching environments, curriculum design, digital citizenship, assessment, project management, and research. Graduates may pursue careers in various fields, including education, business, and non-profit organizations.
Program Outline
Outline:
This online M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Digital Teaching and Learning with Professional Certificate is designed for diverse teaching and learning environments including education, higher education, non-education, business, non-profit, museum, institutional, and professional settings. Emphasis is placed on best practices for online and remote delivery as well as content creation, design, Internet law, and evaluation of digital learning programs. The program requires completion of 33 semester hours and includes the following courses:
- DTL 6000 - Digital Teaching and Learning Environments
- DTL 6010 - Curriculum Design for Digital Teaching, Learning, and Diversity
- DTL 6020 - Digital Citizenship: Literacy and Content Instruction
- DTL 6030 - Assessment and Evaluation in Digital Teaching and Learning Environments
- DTL 6040 - Project Management in Digital Teaching and Learning
- DTL 6050 - Designing DTL Professional Learning Programs
- FOED 6021 - Foundations and Legal Aspects of Digital Teaching and Learning
- FOED 6610 - Analysis and Application of Educational Research
- FOED 6620 - Action Research for Practitioner-Based Learning Environments
- FOED 6860 - Education and Digital Youth: Language Learning in a Participatory Culture
- SPSE 6905 - Online Course Development for Higher Education
Assessment:
- Students must complete a written comprehensive examination during the semester of graduation (exam may be retaken once).
Teaching:
- The program is taught by experienced faculty in the field of digital teaching and learning.
Careers:
- Graduates may be employed in a variety of positions, including:
- Business Training Developer
- Classroom Teacher
- Course Developer
- Curriculum Developer
- Digital Education Coordinator in the P-16 through Adult Setting
- Digital Education Developer in the P-16 through Adult Setting
- Digital Learning Evaluator
- Digital Learning Specialist
- Digital Project Manager
- Instructional Leader
- Museum Education Developer
- Non-profit Digital Workshop Designer
- Online Curriculum Designer
- Online Instructor in Education-based and Non-education based Settings
- Online Instructor in Higher Education
- Professional Development Coordinator
- Professional Development Designer
- Technology Coach
Middle Tennessee State University
Overview:
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) is a large university with a small-town feel, located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. It is known for its affordability, strong academic programs, and vibrant campus life. MTSU is a public university with a diverse student body, including a significant number of first-generation students.
Services Offered:
MTSU offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Financial Aid:
83% of students receive financial aid, with over $230 million in assistance available.Campus Improvements:
The university has invested $1.5 billion in recent campus improvements and renovations.Academic Support:
MTSU provides academic advising, tutoring, and other support services to help students succeed.Student Life:
The university offers a variety of student organizations, clubs, and activities to enhance the campus experience.Career Services:
MTSU provides career counseling, job placement assistance, and internship opportunities.Student Life and Campus Experience:
MTSU boasts a vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community. Students can enjoy:
Large Campus with Small-Town Feel:
MTSU's 515-acre campus offers a scenic, park-like setting while maintaining a close-knit atmosphere.Active Student Organizations:
Students can join over 200 student organizations and clubs, catering to diverse interests.Athletics:
MTSU has 17 Division I sports teams, providing opportunities for both participation and spectator enjoyment.Campus Events:
The university hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including concerts, lectures, and sporting events.Student Union:
The Student Union serves as a central hub for students, offering dining, a bookstore, a game room, a theater, and more.Key Reasons to Study There:
Affordability:
MTSU offers the lowest tuition among Tennessee's three largest universities, making it a highly affordable option.Strong Academic Programs:
MTSU offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate majors and concentrations, including highly ranked programs in areas like Industrial and Organizational Psychology and Audio Engineering.Diverse Student Body:
MTSU is home to a diverse student population, including a significant number of first-generation students.Vibrant Campus Life:
The university offers a wide range of student organizations, clubs, and activities, fostering a strong sense of community.Career Opportunities:
MTSU provides career counseling, job placement assistance, and internship opportunities to help students prepare for their future careers.Academic Programs:
MTSU offers a wide range of academic programs across eight colleges, including:
Arts and Sciences:
Offers majors in fields like biology, chemistry, English, history, and mathematics.Business:
Offers majors in accounting, finance, marketing, and management.Education:
Offers majors in elementary education, secondary education, and special education.Engineering and Technology:
Offers majors in computer science, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering.Fine Arts:
Offers majors in music, theater, and art.Health and Human Sciences:
Offers majors in nursing, health sciences, and human development.Liberal Arts:
Offers majors in communication, journalism, and political science.University College:
Offers a variety of general studies programs and interdisciplinary majors.Other:
- MTSU is the number 1 producer of college graduates in the greater Nashville area.
- MTSU is home to the first public Honors College in Tennessee.
- MTSU has more than two dozen Fulbright scholars.
- MTSU students, alumni, faculty, and staff have won 47 Grammy Awards since 2001.
- MTSU is known for its flexible programs that emphasize real-world projects and soft skills development.
Entry Requirements:
- An earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
- Undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or above