Program Description

The Master’s Degree in Instructional Technology prepares candidates to effectively integrate technology into the classroom and to serve as technology coaches/facilitators in P-12 schools. The program is designed for educators across the country and is aligned to the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Educator standards (ISTE-E). Candidates who successfully complete the program are prepared to effectively utilize technology to support student learning, to teach technology applications, and to provide professional development and technology coaching for other educators. This program enables educators to complete the master’s degree in five semesters. Candidates will complete 30 hours of specialized coursework taught by full- and part-time graduate faculty. The program is fully online.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to: 

1. Locate, read, and discuss research relevant to common issues in PK-12 education. 
2. Continually improve their practice by learning from and with others and exploring proven and promising practices that leverage technology to improve student learning.
3. Seek opportunities for leadership to support student empowerment and success and to improve teaching and learning.
4. Inspire students to positively contribute and responsibly participate in the digital world.
5. Dedicate time to collaborate with both colleagues and students to improve practice, discover and share resources and ideas, and solve problems as indicated in the following.
6. Design authentic, learner-driven activities and environments that recognize and accommodate learner variability environments.
7. Facilitate learning with technology to support student achievement of the ISTE Standards for Students.
8. Understand and use data to drive their instruction and support students in achieving their learning goals.
9. Plan, provide, and evaluate the impact of professional learning for educators and leaders to advance teaching and learning with technology.

 This program is a part of the Leland and Clarice C. Bagwell College of Education .

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Admissions, Enrollment, and Graduation Criteria

Admissions Criteria

The M.Ed. with a major in Instructional Technology is designed for P-12 educators. The School of Instructional Technology & Innovation Graduate Admission Committee in the Bagwell College of Education determines the eligibility of each applicant. The following are program-specific criteria beyond the general Graduate Admissions  requirements. To be considered for admission to this program, the following application materials must be submitted to the KSU Graduate Admissions Office: 

• Earned baccalaureate degree in professional education or a related field. The applicant must exhibit a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 or above (4.0 scale). The applicant must submit official transcripts from each college attended. 
• A professional teacher, leader, or service certificate or departmentally-approved equivalent. All official state-approved teaching, leader, or service certifications are accepted. The School of Instructional Technology & Innovation recognizes and appreciates that many independent or charter schools may not require educators to hold traditional state educator licensure teaching certification. In such instances, the School will make a case-by-case determination as to whether the educator’s qualifications are sufficiently equivalent to a traditional teaching certificate and/or whether the educator has the background necessary to ensure successful completion of the program.
• A professional resume documenting statement of purpose for wanting the degree, education, and full-time teacher, service, or leader positions in P-12. Other information such as volunteer and service accomplishments and record of leadership activities are also welcome. At least one year of full-time teaching experience is preferred, as the MEd incorporates coaching educators to integrate technology. Current full-time employment as a P-12 professional educator or access to a P-12 educational setting is required to complete field-based assessments and experiences.  
• A Mentor form indicating support from a qualified mentor who meets the GaPSC Mentor Requirements. Mentor requirements can be found on the ITEC Mentor form on the Graduate Admissions website for this program.

Admission to a cohort group is competitive and open to a limited number of candidates. The decision from the Graduate Admissions Committee is communicated in writing to the applicants. An applicant will not be considered for admission until all application requirements are met by the specified deadline. If admission is denied upon the first review, the applicant must contact the Office of Graduate Admissions to update his or her application for review in a future semester. 

Admission Criteria for Unique Cases

Currently there are no exceptions to the admission requirements.

Transfer Credit

Graduate courses taken at other accredited institutions must be evaluated and approved by the Program Coordinator or School Director. A maximum of 25% of transfer credit (with grades of “B” or better) may be applied toward a degree program. No courses will be accepted for transfer credit if they are more than five years old at the time of evaluation or have been used in completing another degree. Transfer credit includes all course work accepted into the M.Ed. program prior to admission in full standing (maximum nine semester hours), whether earned at another institution or at Kennesaw State University. 

Enrollment Criteria

This program does not have specific enrollment requirements. 

Graduation Criteria

Each student is expected to meet the requirements outlined in Academic Policy 5.0 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & GRADUATION . 

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Program Course Requirements