Whether you are an experienced teacher or simply interested in technology and looking for a career change, the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction — Educational Technology online program offered by Southeastern Oklahoma State University (SOSU) will give you the skills you need to pursue positions both within the corporate world and outside of it.
Program Overview
This comprehensive master’s program includes coursework for those interested in using technology in educational settings as well as the private sector. Core courses in education cover educational research, history of education, best practices and strategies for teaching in modern society, and cultural diversity.
Courses that prepare graduate students for positions in technology include curriculum development with a focus on technology, the use of technology in learning communities, technologies to bridge the digital divide, and technology leadership.
Because the 30 credit-hour program is delivered entirely online, you can continue working at your present position while you study. You can complete this degree in as few as 12 months, and SOSU offers a variety of start dates, so you can design your own schedule.
What may be most appealing about this degree is that it requires no experience or training in education. Candidates who hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, and who meet other admission requirements, are encouraged to apply.
Educational Jobs in Technology
Core courses in curriculum and instruction are included in this master’s degree program, covering topics like education research, history and philosophy, teaching strategies, and teaching in culturally diverse classrooms. Upon completion of the program, you will be equipped for jobs in a variety of educational settings.
Classroom teacher – The skills and knowledge you will gain from this program as an experienced teacher will prepare you to more effectively bring technology into the classroom. According to SOSU, graduates are able to “create and support innovative, transformational learning environments that are infused with technology.”
Curriculum specialist/instructional coordinator – If you are interested in positions of leadership at the district level, this program will prepare you to oversee how curriculum is developed to include the appropriate technology and digital applications. Working with teachers, you will troubleshoot issues involving technology and support teachers with appropriate and timely training.
Director of distance learning – At the postsecondary level, you will be prepared to take the technological lead in college and university distance learning programs. Working directly with IT departments and instructors, you will participate in the design of seamless program delivery to students all over the world.
Digital learning coordinator – Museums and libraries, as well as other educational nonprofit organizations, regularly develop timely inquiry-based programs for visitors of all ages. They offer opportunities to explore the natural and cultural worlds, often in makerspaces designed for making, learning and exploring. As a learning coordinator, you will design, develop and implement these initiatives and collaborate with other staff members. In addition, you will be responsible for monitoring and tracking trends in digital learning.
Technology Education in the Private Sector
A master’s degree in technology education will also prepare you for positions in the fields of business and manufacturing. With the expertise you develop, you will be prepared for careers in corporate training. Like the learning coordinators in the educational field, you will determine the specific needs and create specialized programs for each client, department or company. These programs may involve digital storytelling, distance learning or an innovative approach to a newly developing problem or product.
Educational Technology and the Digital Divide
Creating digital citizens is one of the recurring themes in this Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction — Educational Technology online program. As visionary leaders in both educational settings and business environments, graduates of this program will be empowered to bridge the digital divide locally, statewide, nationally and globally “with the required innovative, technology-based digital storytelling/digital communications knowledge/skills required to thrive in a variety of organizations.”
Learn more about Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s online M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction — Educational Technology program.
Sources:
Chron: What Jobs Are Available With a Master’s Degree in Educational Technology?
Learn.org: What Jobs Can I Get With an Educational Technology Degree?