Educational Technology (M.Ed.)
M.Ed. Educational Technology
Program Overview
The program is based on the current International Society for Technology in Education's (ISTE) standards for teaching with technology.
Course Work
The bulk of the 30-hour master of education degree consists of educational technology courses. Course topics include models of integration, management and implementation, instructional design and issues in the field. The degree also requires a cognate with courses available in educational administration, curriculum and instruction, developmental education, adult education and reading.
| Degree | Hours | Thesis Option | Minor Option | Location |
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Degree M.Ed. | Hours 30 | Thesis Option Non-Thesis | Minor Option Cognate – Educational Technology required (Accelerated Online) | Location Online |
100% Online
This program is completely online. If you are not a Texas resident and will not relocate, please visit the Office of Online and Extended Programs. International applicants will not be eligible to receive a Form I-20 or DS-2019 for an F-1 or J-1 visa from Texas State and may review the eligibility requirements of enrolling in online programs and contact the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) with questions.
Program Details
Focusing on free and easily accessible technologies, this program prepares teachers for practical technology integration in all grade levels and content areas.
Program Mission
The mission of the educational technology graduate program is to prepare professionals to use digital tools to investigate, evaluate, and improve methods of delivering instruction and assess learning. The program aims to advance the effective use of educational technology by supporting teacher leaders, promoting technology-enhanced curriculum, and exploring promising innovations that use emerging technologies.
Objectives of the program include:
- technology facilitation
- planning and designing learning and environments
- teaching, learning and curriculum
- assessment and evaluation
- productivity and professional practice
- social, ethical, legal and human issues
- procedures, policies, planning and budgeting for technology environments
- leadership and vision
Career Options
The program is designed for teachers and professionals who want to become leaders in technology on school campuses and school districts or in corporate or institutional settings. Graduates will be prepared to teach web-based technology apps, use technology to support student learning and provide professional development, mentoring and basic technical and instructional assistance to others.
Program Faculty
Educational technology faculty research includes K-12 technology integration, design and facilitation of online learning, strategies and principles of blended learning, online tools to support teaching and learning in a hybrid format, instructionally appropriate technology integration strategies within teacher education, digital technologies in makerspaces, and the role of reflective practice in teaching and learning. Faculty present their research at national and international conferences and publish books, book chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles in top venues in their field.
Contact us for general questions about your application, funding opportunities, and more. If you have specific questions after reviewing the program details, contact the program's graduate advisor.
Graduate Advisor
Dr. Douglas Holschuh
dh61@txstate.edu
512.245.3701
Education Building (ED), Room 3065
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Application Deadlines
| Term | Part of Term | Deadline | Start Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | First 8 Weeks | August 12 | August 26 |
| Fall | Second 8 Weeks | October 1 | October 15 |
| Spring | First 8 Weeks | December 30 | January 13 |
| Spring | Second 8 Weeks | February 18 | March 4 |
| Summer | First 8 Weeks | TBD | TBD |
Admission Requirements
The items required for admission consideration are listed below. Additional information for applicants with international credentials can be found on our international web pages.
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Application
- Completed online application
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Application Fee
- $55 Nonrefundable application fee, OR
- $90 Nonrefundable application fee for applications with international credentials
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Transcripts & GPA
- baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited university (Non-U.S. degrees must be equivalent to a four-year U.S. Bachelor’s degree. In most cases, three-year degrees are not considered. Visit our International FAQs for more information.)
- a copy of an official transcript from each institution where course credit was granted
- a 2.75 overall GPA or a 2.75 GPA in your last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses)
Review important information about transcripts. Official transcripts, sent directly from your institution, will be required if admission is granted.
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Test Scores
GRE
- GRE not required
Approved English Proficiency Exam Scores
Applicants are required to submit TOEFL scores that meet the minimum program requirements below unless they have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited U.S. institution.
- official TOEFL iBT scores with minimum individual scores of
- 22 listening
- 22 reading
- 24 speaking
- 21 writing
This program does not offer admission if the scores above are not met.
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Documents
- statement of purpose (approximately 500 words) describing your background and career goals including:
- your background in teaching and education
- your experience with using/integrating technology in the classroom
- how your goals tie into the mission of the educational technology graduate program
- what you hope to achieve by completing the program
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- statement of purpose (approximately 500 words) describing your background and career goals including: