Program Overview
The Master of Science in Educational Technology program at KU offers 36 hours of coursework, a practicum, an exam, and a portfolio requirement. Students can tailor their coursework with electives from ELPS or other departments, including Design, Computer Science, and Business. The program prepares graduates for careers in educational technology integration, administration, and design in various settings, including schools, universities, and businesses.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Science in Educational Technology program consists of 36 hours of coursework, a practicum, an exam, and the production of a portfolio that reflects the student's competencies. The program is intended for those who are currently working in areas related to corporate training, human resource management, government, and education. Students are able to select tailored program coursework in consultation with their advisor and enhance their learning to fit their professional and educational needs.
Outline:
Required Courses:
- EPSY 715 Understanding Research in Education (3 hours)
- ELPS 712 Instructional Media Development (3 hours)
- ELPS 714 Foundations of Learning Technology (OR) C&T 709 Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction (3 hours)
- ELPS 896 Seminar in: (Theory of Educational Technology) (3 hours)
ELPS Technology Course Electives (15 hours):
- ELPS 720 Social Media Technology (3 hours)
- ELPS 718 Human Performance Technology (3 hours)
- ELPS 760 Integration of Learning Technology (3 hours)
- ELPS 811 Constructivist Learning Technology (3 hours)
- ELPS 812 Design of Learning Technology (3 hours)
- ELPS 814 Online Learning Design and Development (3 hours)
- ELPS 818 Games and Simulations for Learning (3 hours)
- ELPS 820 Practicum in Educational Technology (3 hours)
Elective Courses (9 hours):
- Electives are selected in consultation with the student's advisor and may be taken from the ELPS department or other departments at KU, including: Design, Computer Science, Curriculum & Teaching, Business, Communication Studies, Information Technology, and Special Education.
Suggested Interdisciplinary Course Electives:
- C&T 709 Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction (3 hours)
- COMS 810 Organizational Communication: Theory and Research (3 hours)
- ADS 710 Advanced Human Factors in Interaction Design (3 hours)
- ADS 765 Interaction Design (3 hours)
Careers:
The program supports a wide range of career opportunities for positions at various institutions including: PK-12 school districts, community colleges, universities, governmental agencies, and business organizations. The program addresses the needs of professional specialties to foster leadership in the integration, administration, and design of educational technology.
Other:
The School of Education and Human Sciences is not accepting students for the online and on-campus M.S.E in Educational Technology at this time.
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