Instructional Technology
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Instructional Technology Program Miller Hall 204 |
Phone: (360) 650-3090 Fax: (360) 650-6526 |
About Instructional Technology
Instructional
technology
encompasses
technologies,
theories
and
models
from a
wide
range of
disciplines,
such as
computer
science,
media
production,
psychology,
instructional
design,
and
educational
practice.
Instructional
technology
is
largely
concerned
with the
application
of
electronic
technology
to the
instructional
environment
and includes
applications
such as
computer-based
training,
web-based
learning,
distance
learning,
and
interactive
multimedia.
Professionals
in
instructional
technology
work in
a wide
range of
jobs,
such as:
- Classroom teachers who model the effective use of technology
- Interactive multimedia developers
- Instructional designers
- Technology coordinators
- Technology coaches/staff development providers
Graduate Programs in Instructional Technology at WWU
There are two areas in instructional technology at WWU: one teaches you the skills associated with providing leadership in instructional technology in your classroom and /or school, the other teaches students the skills required to design and create web-based opportunities.
- Leadership in School Technology (LiST) provides students with a thorough understanding of how technology can be effectively planned for and used, particularly in school environments.
- Instructional Design and Web-based Learning (IDWL) provides students a thorough understanding of how to design web-based instruction.
Western Washington University offers four methods of obtaining either an emphasis or certificate in instructional technology:
- A Certificate in Community and Technical College Teaching at the graduate level.
- A Certificate in Leadership in School Technology (LiST) offered at the undergraduate or graduate level.
- A Masters of Education (M.Ed.) in Continuing and College Education with an emphasis in Community and Technical College Teaching.
- A Masters of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Administration with an emphasis in Leadership in School Technology (LiST).
By
choosing
a M.Ed.
program,
which
focuses
on
instructional
technology,
you will
develop
the
skills
that are
required
to
effectively
use or
create
instructional
technology.
A strong
emphasis
is
placed
on
creating
and
using
materials
that are
pedagogically
sound.
After
you
choose
the
focus
you
want,
you will
develop
an
individualized
program
of study
with
your
advisor.
You will
be
co-advised
by
faculty
in the
Instructional
Technology
program
area,
and your
specialization
area.
Planning Your M.Ed. Program of Study
Your
program
of study
is
created
jointly
between
you and
your
advisor.
You must
first
apply to
the
program.
Once
admitted,
you will
meet
with
your
advisor
and
develop
a
tentative
plan
that
meets
your
interests
and the
program's
requirements.
During
your
second
quarter,
a formal
Plan of
Study is
prepared
and
submitted
for
approval
by the
Dean of
the
WWU
Graduate
School.
As
mentioned,
there
are two
M.Ed.
specializations
from
which
you can
choose:
Continuing
and
College
Education,
or
Educational
Administration.
Each of
these
specializations
includes
a set of
required
courses
that
will
teach
you the
basic
knowledge
and
skills
associated
with
that
area.
The
M.Ed.
typically
requires
48 to 52
credit
hours.
Depending
on your
focus,
you may
be
required
to write
a
thesis,
develop
a field
project,
or write
a
seminar
paper.
Most
graduate
level
courses
are
offered
in the
evenings,
and some
courses
are
offered
in
off-campus
locations
such as
Everett
and
Seattle.
General Requirements for Graduate Admission
The WWU Graduate School grants admission with the concurrence of the department in which you will pursue graduate study. Specific admission requirements are available from the Graduate School. These requirements include the following:
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution
- Two official transcripts from each college or university attended
- A 3.0 grade point average for the last 60 semester / 90 quarter credit hours
- Official
scores
from the
Graduate
Record
Exam
(GRE) or
the
Miller
Analogies Test (MAT) - Three letters of academic or professional reference
- Favorable review by the department faculty
- A statement of purpose
All materials must be submitted at the same time
For students who do not meet the minimum GPA or test scores, there is the possibility of a provisional admission. Check with the program advisor of the department where your M.Ed. will be based, and the Graduate School for details.
General Requirements for Undergraduate Admission
Anyone
who is
contemplating
Western
as their
institution
for
undergraduate
study,
no-matter
what
degree
they are
seeking,
are
encouraged
to
participate
in the
Certificate
in
Instructional
Design
and
Web-based
Learning
(IDWL)
program.
Interested
students
are
encouraged
to
contact
Western’s
Admission
department
and the
department
of study
they are
interested
in.
Additionally,
students
who
already
have a
baccalaureate
degree
are also
encouraged
to
involve
themselves
in the
instructional
technology
certificate
program
and
should
contact:
Tony
Jongejan, Ph.D.
Planning a Certificate Program of Study
Undergraduate
or
graduate
students
interested
in our
certificate
program
must
create a
program
of study
jointly
with an advisor
from the
Instructional
Technology
(IT)
department.
You must
first
contact
the IT
department. An
appointment
will be
made for
you to
meet
with an
advisor
and
develop
a
tentative
plan
that
meets
your
interests
and the
program's
requirements.
During
your
second
quarter,
a formal
Plan of
Study
will be
prepared.
