Educational Leadership & Instructional Technology

The Master of Science in Educational Technology offers study plans to meet the needs of professionals who wish to increase their knowledge and experience in this field. Computer-based instruction, instructional design, interactive multimedia, networking and distance learning are examined within the program's requirements. Students pursue an applied curriculum which includes a balanced approach to theory and applied experience. Plan A (thesis) or Plan E (special project) may be selected in consultation with the advisor.

Core courses (27 cr.):

• EDT 500 Instructional Design and Evaluation I
• EDT 501 Message Design and Production
• EDT 510 Design Tools
• EDT 512 Computer-based Instruction
• EDT 521 Interactive Multimedia for Instruction I
• EDT 522 Instructional Design and Evaluation II
• EDT 531 Interactive Multimedia for Instruction II
• EDT 532 Distance Learning and Networking I
• EDT 533 Distance Learning and Networking II

Professional Education (3 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
• EDT 514 Integrating Technology in the Classroom Curriculum

Research and Capstone Requirements (6 cr.):

Plan E: EDT 598 and EDT 597, Final Project

Computer prerequisite:
A valid Central BlueNet ID (username) and password.
Graduate students must also have a personal computer and e-mail account.

Note: Students interested in a School Library Media Specialist cross-endorsement should contact the Connecticut State Department of Education.

Special Service Course (undergraduate and graduate):

Separate from the Masters in Educational Technology the department offers the following course:

• EDT 490 Instructional Computing