Instruction for Educators (non-credential track)
Offered in both fully online and blended formats, this program provides a strong foundation in educational philosophy and instructional design to prepare preK–12 teachers to effectively integrate and assess technology in their content areas.
Candidates in this program are not eligible to apply for the Illinois Technology Specialist endorsement.
In addition to National College of Education Graduate Admissions Requirements, applicants must:
Program Details:
Requires 32 SH for completion
Required Courses
MED Core - 6 SH
| ESR 505 | Educational Inquiry and Assessment | 3 |
| LSE 500 | Introduction to the Learning Sciences and Technology | 3 |
Program Requirements - 18 SH
| TIE 512 | Technologies for Digital Age Work & Learning that Facillitate & Inspire Student Learning /Creativity | 2 |
| TIE 515 | Critical Educational Technology Issues in Historical, Philosophical, and Policy Contexts | 3 |
| TIE 524 | Digital Age Learning Experiences and Assessments | 3 |
| TIE 535 | Instructional Design Foundations for Digital Age Learning Environments | 1 TO 3 |
| TIE 542 | Digital Tools for Teaching, Learning and Assessment | 3 |
| TIE 592 | Portfolio Seminar to Advance Content Knowledge, Professional Growth, & Leadership | 1 |
| TIE 593 | Research Seminar: The Role of Emerging Technologies in Teaching, Learning, and Assessment | 3 |
Notes: TIE 535 must be taken for 3 semester hours.
Program Electives - 8 SH
Choose 8 SH from the courses below:
| TIE 583 | Workshop/Technology in Education/Contemporary Issues | 1 TO 3 |
| TIE 584 | Workshop/Technology in Education/Curriculum Materials | 1 TO 3 |
| TIE 585 | Workshop/Technology in Education/Instructional Practices | 1 TO 3 |
| TIE 594 | Independent Study/Technology in Education | 1 TO 3 |
| TIE 595 | Selected Topics/Technology in Education | 1 TO 5 |
Note: Workshop electives cannot total more than 6 SH. Students must seek approval from the Program Director in consultation with their Academic Advisor.
For more information about this program, visit http://www.nl.edu/academics/educationmastersadvanceded/technologyineducation/