Master of Education [M.Ed] [Instructional Technology with Pennsylvania Certification] From East Stroudsburg University

The Instructional Technology Specialist Certification is a non-instructional certification permitting the holder to function in a support role for K-12 classroom and school activities. Individuals may then serve in one or more of the following roles: district-wide technology coordinators, intermediate unit technology administrators, and/or classroom teachers within the state of Pennsylvania. Most course work can be completed face-to-face or through distance education.

Outcome Expectations

Students completing the Master of Education (M.Ed.) program with Instructional Technology Specialist certification will be proficient in the selection and implementation of instructional technologies for diverse learning needs within the Pennsylvania State Public School teaching environment.

The purpose of the Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology is to address the learner and develop instructional design using 21st century skills and technology. Students will focus on creativity and innovation; critical thinking and problem solving; and communications and collaboration skills that will prepare them to be competitive in our evolving global society.

By addressing the needs of digital native learners and digital immigrant teachers, whether in a k-12, corporate, or higher educational setting, masters students will learn to asses, problem solve, and design pedagogy for more effective learning.

As classroom instructors across a range of academic disciplines integrate technology into their classrooms, or work place, there is an expanding need to have pedagogy and skills that drive this integration.