Learning technologies - M.A.
Learning technologies’ M.A. program prepares people for
research and practice related to multimedia, design, K-12
technology integration, and online distance learning. M.A.
graduates often conduct research and engage in LT-related
practice in K-12, higher education, or business or industry,
such as software companies. Coursework in LT includes hands-on
learning and use of current technologies, development of
technological solutions, consideration of theory and research,
and conducting educational research.
The M.A. is targeted at students interested in a stronger
research orientation than those who pursue the master of
education degree. M.A students, who often continue to a Ph.D.
program, are required to take courses in research methodology
and to write a Plan A or Plan B paper to complete their degree.
Master's degrees extend the content in the certificate programs
and include various courses taken from inside and outside the
program. Students may engage in advanced media and software design
and development or develop plans for technology integration for
diverse educational settings.
Certificate programs are targeted at professionals interested
in examining the role of technology in education. There are
three certificate programs:
K–12 technology integration,
multimedia design and development, and
online distance
learning. The
courses in each certificate program are graduate-level and can
be used toward master's programs in LT. Each certificate is
designed to provide the skills to use technology effectively, to
develop expertise in designing and developing effective
instruction, and to examine contemporary issues.
New!
Certificate in online distance learning:
The education landscape is changing with K-12 students enrolling
in online classes outside of their home school districts. Teachers,
business people, and others affected by these changes can prepare
for this dynamic trend by learning how to design and deliver
effective courses online. Certificate coursework includes face-to-face
and online learning opportunities. You will succeed in these
courses no matter how much or little experience you have with
technology!
- Aaron Doering,
Ph.D.
My teaching and research interests relate to the development of
effective distance learning environments, technology integration
in K-12 preservice and inservice settings, and the innovative use of technology to
support teaching and learning.
Course requirements
Veletsianos, G. (2006). Pedagogical agent
interfaces: The case of stereotypes. Unpublished master’s
thesis. University of Minnesota, Minneapolis.
Scaletta, K. (2006). "To whom are these
texts valuable?” An inquiry into student blogging.
Unpublished master’s thesis. University of Minnesota,
Minneapolis.
Scharber, C. (2005). Students’ responses
to formative feedback in the context of an online learning
environment. Unpublished master’s thesis. University of
Minnesota, Minneapolis.
Revised January 2007
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