Instructional Technology, Media and Design

Overview

The Instructional Technology, Media and Design program of University of West Georgia is designed to prepare students to be progressive, innovative, and academically grounded in theory and rooted in practice. 

Graduates of the Instructional Technology program apply their skills in the marketplace of the P – 12 school, as well as higher education, corporate environment, health care and governmental organizations. 

Graduates of the School Library Media program are well grounded in the day-to-day management of the P – 12 School Library Media Centers. While in the program, Instructional Technology students have the opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders through technology-based tools and applications while School Library Media students derive learning experiences from practical field experiences in library settings. Faculty teaching in the program are grounded in theoretical perspective and practical application of knowledge to ensure that candidates are able to immediately apply learning objectives in diverse educational settings.

Objectives

• Candidates demonstrate content, pedagogical, and professional knowledge and skills.

• Candidates develop, implement, and evaluate learning opportunities for all students.

• Candidates demonstrate professional dispositions and ethics.

• Candidates demonstrate ability to serve needs of diverse populations including special needs.