Degree: Master of Science in Education
Program: Instructional Technology
Degree Level: Graduate
Credit Hours: 36 credit hours
Delivery Format: Online
Prerequisites: Bachelor’s Degree
The Master of Science in Education – Instructional Technology offers two modules for students to choose from - (1) the Instructional Technology Module or (2) the Library Media Module. The Instructional Technology Module focuses on the application aspects of computer and other technologies in education and business training. Graduates will be able to manage and use I.T. resources in their classrooms, buildings, districts, or workplaces. The Library Media Module focuses on developing school library educational media specialists. This module may lead to an endorsement in Library Media. All courses are offered online.
TE 800 - Educational Research
TE 805P - Overview of Assistive Technology
OR
TE 886P - Technology Tools for Teachers
Select one of the following (Democracy):
TE 803 - Philosophy of Education
TE 868 - Copyright, Fair Use, and Ethics**
Select one of the following ( Diversity):
TE 804 - Curriculum Development in Multicultural Education
TE 810 - Design & Development of Instruction**
TE 870 - Developing Web-Based Portfolios
TE 877 - Developing Web-Based Educational Environments
TE 891 - Field Experiences in Instructional Technology*
OR
TE 893 - Field Experiences in Library Media**
15 hours of electives which includes TE 891 Field Experiences in Instructional Technology
Prerequisite of State Department of Education, if receiving the endorsement, (may be undergraduate courses or graduate courses) - does not apply to graduation requirements:
ENG 847/847P - Children's Literature
AND
ENG 848/848P - Literature for Adolescents
(Or approved substitutions)
TE 869 - Introduction to Library Media
TE 871 - Collection Development and Management
TE 872 - Organization of Media & Technology Resources
TE 873 - Reference Services and Resources
TE 875 - Administration of the School Library Media Program
*Instructional Technology Students must take TE 891 Field Experiences in Instructional Technology
**Library Media Students MUST take TE 810 Design and Development of Instruction, TE 868 Copyright, Fair Use, and Ethics, and TE 893 Field Experiences in Library Media.
Affordable - UNK has one of the lowest tuition rates in the country. For a Nebraska resident, undergraduate tuition is $167.25 per credit hour, graduate tuition is $198.25 per credit hour, and Biology graduate tuition is $207.25. For an out-of-state online student, undergraduate tuition is $258.50 per credit hour, graduate tuition is $323.75 per credit hour, and Biology graduate tuition is $373.75 per credit hour. Fees are additional. (2009-10 rates).
Accredited Programs - UNK is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Quality Education – UNK offers the same quality distance degree programs and courses that are offered on the campus. The majority of the instruction is taught by credentialed full-time faculty with doctoral degrees who are committed to quality teaching. Students and teaching remain the first priority with faculty at UNK.
Quality Student Support Services – Quality student support services are a hallmark of education at UNK. To help students get started with their online courses, a set of online video tutorials are available, as well as the Online Student Orientation. Other services include library services, discounted software and hardware, a writing center, 24/7 technology help desk, online bookstore, and more.
For Nebraska residents, graduate tuition is $198.25 per credit hour. For non-resident online or distance students, graduate tuition is $323.75 per credit hour (2009-10 rates). Fees are additional.
1) To visit with an adviser, contact Mary Volker at
volkermc@unk.edu or call 1-308-865-8825.
2) Apply for admission online at
http://webeasi.unk.edu.
3) Submit $45 application fee online or by mail to the Graduate Office at Founders Hall 2131, UNK, Kearney, NE 68849.
4) Send two official transcripts from all past institutions to the Graduate Office.
5) Once you’ve received an acceptance of admission notification, you may register for class by accessing UNK’s WebEASI registration system at
http://webeasi.unk.edu.
6) After you have registered, click on
http://www.unk.edu/acad/continuing_ed/students/index.php?id=6214 to get started with your online course.
Program Contact: Mary Volker
Department: Teacher Education
Email: volkermc@unk.eduPhone: 308-865-8825
Address: College of Education, B116, UNK, Kearney, NE 68849