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TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION Faculty James DeLaura (Chair; delaura@ccsu.edu), Patrick Foster, Michael Vincenti (Dept. phone: 832-1850) Department Overview The graduate programs in Technology Education are designed to meet the needs of teachers who have completed an undergraduate program in technology education. However, individuals with technical or engineering degrees who are interested in teaching in industry or at a community college or university would benefit by completing a graduate degree in technology education. In addition, elementary educators interested in integrating educational disciplines (especially the integration of mathematics, science, technology and social science) would find a graduate degree in technology education very suitable. The programs provide a maximum amount of flexibility. Students, in consultation with their adviser, may plan a program of study uniquely fitted to their needs. The Department of Technology Education offers graduate programs in the following areas. Master of Science in Technology Education With the guidance of an adviser, students select from the following plans: Plan A (30 credits including a thesis); Plan B (30 credits and comprehensive examination), or Plan C (30 credits including a special project). Post-Master’s Study The student must have an appropriate master’s degree and consult with a TE graduate adviser to plan a program of advanced study. Programs Master of Science in Technology Education The program is a balance of liberal arts, research, and professional and technology education courses leading to a Master of Science in Technology Education degree. A minimum of 30 credits of study in approved graduate courses is required. The program is designed for flexibility in meeting the needs of the individual students. Programs of study are individualized through electives and independent study. The primary purpose of the program is to develop the professional competencies of technology education instructors so that they may successfully progress in their chosen field. Specifically, graduates of the program will: • exhibit an acceptable degree of professional competencies and proficiency essential for meeting educational and social challenges • update their technical competencies and understandings in their major area of concentration • analyze and evaluate recent issues in their field, such as curriculum innovations and strategies for program improvement and/or implementation • explain how the relationship between their field and the academic disciplines impacts the development of their students • identify and research problems in education and use the results for professional improvement • further their interest in and potential for educational leadership or other service in or outside their area of concentration Many of the graduate students pursuing a master’s degree in Technology Education are employed as technology education instructors in secondary schools; instructors/supervisors in industry education programs; instructors in community colleges and technical schools; instructors/supervisors in government agencies; and technology education instructors in overseas dependent schools. Professional Education (6–9 cr.): One of the following: EDF 500 Contemporary Educational Issues EDF 516 School and Society EDF 524 Foundations of Contemporary Theories of Curriculum EDF 525 History of American Education EDF 538 The Politics of Education EDF 583 Sociological Foundations of Education and Additional electives as approved by the faculty adviser — students may focus on instruction, curriculum development, administration/ supervision, special education, or research. Technology Education offerings approved by advisor (12–21 cr.) Research (3–6 cr.): TE 598 Research in Technology Education (required as part of first 12 cr. of the graduate program) ED 599 Thesis (for Plan A) TE 596 Special Project in Technology Education (for Plan C) Comprehensive Examination (for Plan B) Note: No more than nine credits at the 400 level, as approved by the graduate advisor, may be counted toward the graduate planned program of study, for the M.S. degree. TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR COLLEGE GRADUATES This post baccalaureate certification program provides courses for college graduates, regardless of previous major, to teach technology education. This program, comprised of technical and professional courses, is offered in the late afternoon and evenings. The number of courses required to complete the program is contingent upon each student’s previous industrial experience and formal degree work. This program provides a unique opportunity for individuals seeking a career change. A minimum undergraduate cumulative grade point average of 2.70 is required for admission to this program. All students must first apply to the Graduate Office. Once the student is accepted into the certification program, an advisor will be assigned who will assist in planning a program of graduate and undergraduate courses which incorporate certification requirements of the state of Connecticut. For additional information please contact the Chair, Department of Technology Education. |
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