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Online Ed.S. in Instructional Technology

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100% Online

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30 Credits

$567/cr.

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Rolling Admissions

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No GRE/GMAT Required

About the Program

A collaborative degree between the University of Maine, the University of Maine Farmington, and the University of Southern Maine.

The online Ed.S. in Instructional Technology prepares educators to create rich and meaningful learning experiences using the latest technology. Graduates of this program develop a depth of knowledge on designing innovative environments that support diverse needs, devise strategies to seamlessly integrate technology to inspire learning and increase learner achievement, and understand technology’s impact in an increasingly connected world.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate mastery of instructional design concepts, theories, and principles.
Utilize relevant concepts, theories, and instructional design practices to assess instructional design in varied contexts.
Design and build original instructional content and services informed by instructional design concepts, theories, and principles
Develop project management, coaching, and mentoring skills to support independent and collaborative work.
Demonstrate mastery of evidence-based and audience-specific approaches to instruction.

Contact Us

Have questions about earning your Ed.S. in Instructional Technology online with UMaine? Contact a UMaineOnline advisor.

Kimberly Lai, M.A.

UMaineOnline Advisor

661.544.8675
kimberly.lai@maine.edu

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Curriculum

Throughout your coursework, you’ll work closely with a faculty advisor to develop a program of study that speaks to your interest and helps you meet your goals.

Students will choose nine courses (27 credits). Six of the nine courses (18 credits) must be from the Instructional Technology program. Examples of Instructional Technology courses include, but are not limited to:

EDT 520: Digital Age Teaching and Learning Methods (3 credits)
EDT 559: Organizational Leadership for Educational Technology (3 credits)
EDT 560: Assessment in the 21st Century Classroom (3 credits)
EDT 562: Technology for Young Learners (3 credits)
EDT 571: Methods of Integrating Computational Thinking for Diverse Learners (3 credits)
LMS 515: Dynamic PK-12 Library Management (3 credits)
LMS 517: PK-12 Literature in School Libraries (3 credits)

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Students will complete a capstone instead of a thesis. The following course is required (3 credits):

EDT 657: Educational Practicum (3 credits)

Admissions

A master’s degree from an accredited college/university with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

We have rolling admissions, meaning you can apply and be accepted anytime. The admission evaluation process begins once we’ve received all of your application materials. Before you apply, please review the application instructions. When you’re ready to apply, please submit the following:

An online application
Current résumé or CV
Official academic transcripts from all institutions attended
A 500-700 word essay describing the challenges you have encountered in your work and how you think the program might help you overcome them. You’re encouraged to describe how specific courses from the instructional technology program or other graduate areas would be relevant to your goals
One letter of recommendation from a current administrator