Education (Educational Technology)

Overview

Description

It is a rigorous 24 month program focusing on a full-range of instructional design and academic technology knowledge, skills, and dispositions. Instruction is centered on the learner and on what is required of teachers or trainers in today's technologically-rich learning environment. Coursework is project-oriented, utilizing eportfolios focusing on reflective learning practices and review by peers and colleagues.

The Education (Educational Technology) program offered by the California State University Sacramento is designed to support students who want to develop their understanding of learning with technology and advance their ability to teach and design instruction involving the use of technology. Students will be able to design, create, present and evaluate instruction and learning for various types of education environments including for private industry and K-12 and higher education environments. Coursework focuses on learning theories, instructional design models, effective instruction, assessment, educational technology, multimedia tools and strategies, research and scholarship, leadership, project management, professional development, and socio-cultural aspects in education. Students focus on developing their Culminating Experience project connecting content learned throughout the program courses with their final project. Guidance is provided by advisors through courses on an individual basis connecting students with experienced practitioners. This program is currently offered only in cohort groups. Check with the Department (online or (916) 278-6155) for the next start date.