Classes are available through distance education. The program may be started at the beginning of any semester; 36 hours are required for the degree.
This degree is designed to prepare the classroom teacher for integrating the use of technology into the content areas in grades preK-12. The program will enable the student to explore current theory, research, and best practices in educational technology. Upon completion of the degree, the student will be eligible to apply for certification as a Master Technology Teacher. Certification as a Master Technology Teacher requires an applicant to have an elementary or secondary teaching certificate, three years of teaching experience, and pass the Master Technology Teacher examination.
Courses required for Master of Education in Educational Technology
ETEC 5103 The Computer as a Tool
ETEC 5123 Instructional Technology Design
ETEC 5133 Technology Integration
ETEC 5143 Multimedia Development I
ETEC 5163 Introduction to Distance Education
ETEC 5173 Multimedia Development II
EDUC 5053 Introduction to Educational Research
EDUC 5623 Mentoring
EDUC 6023 Learning and Assessment
EDUC 6753 Applied Research
Plus 6 more hours of electives
Application
- Apply or reapply to the graduate school online at www.msutexas.edu. Go to Admissions, then to Apply Online.
- Provide official transcripts (if other than MSU) to the admissions office. This is required before admission can proceed. Admission status will be determined by GRE scores and GPA on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
- Arrange to take the GRE, including the GRE Writing Test by calling 940-397-4676 or go to www.gre.org.