Coursework
- Course Requirements
- Technology Requirements
- Software Requirements
- Additional Requirements
- Frequently Asked Questions
Course Requirements
| Level One Core Courses | 13 units | |
|---|---|---|
| Level One courses offer a basic understanding of technology-embedded instruction. These courses are required of all students and are completed prior to Level Two and Level Three courses. | ||
EDUC 511 Essentials in Educational Technology and Learning* | 3 | |
EDUC 512 Instructional Applications of Productivity Software | 3 | |
EDUC 513 Digital-age Literacies | 3 | |
EDUC 517 Digital Imaging in the Classroom | 3 | |
EDUC 522 Learning in the 21st Century | 3 | |
| *This course must be taken first. | ||
| Level Two Core Courses | 12 units | |
|---|---|---|
| Level Two courses offer essential instructional tools and content skills for educators. These courses are required of all students and are completed prior to Level Three courses. | ||
EDUC 514 Digital Video in the Classroom | 3 | |
EDUC 515 Evolving Educational Technologies | 3 | |
EDUC 524 Curriculum Design and Delivery | 3 | |
EDUC 525 Web Design for the Classroom | 3 | |
| Level Three Courses | 9 units | |
|---|---|---|
| Level Three courses offer advanced skills and tools for tech-savvy educators. These courses are required of all students and are completed prior to the capstone course. | ||
EDUC 519 Document Design for the Classroom | 3 | |
EDUC 520 Creating Web Media | 3 | |
EDUC 523 Hypermedia-Enhanced Learning Environments | 3 | |
| Final Course | 2 units | |
|---|---|---|
| Apply and demonstrate authentic technology-embedded instruction. | ||
EDUC 526 Capstone Experience in Educational Technology and Learning* | 2 | |
| * EDUC 526 includes an oral defense. This class must be taken at the end of the coursework and is required of all students to receive the Master of Arts in Educational Technology and Learning. | ||
| Total | 36 units | |
Technology Requirements
- A Mac or PC laptop computer that meets the minimum requirements (Contact the program director for specifications.)
- Internet Service Provider
- Email account
Other equipment, such as a digital camera, webcam, and CD burner may be needed with certain courses and student-selected projects.
Software Requirements
- Current operating systems (Mac: OS X; PC: Windows 7 or higher)
- Latest version of Internet Explorer, Safari, or Mozilla/Firefox
- Microsoft Office or iWork
Additional Requirements
- Students may not enroll in more than seven units per nine-week term.
- Program changes will occur as needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many units should/can I take each nine-week term?
Students who take six units (two classes) every term can complete the program in just over a year. Those who take three units (one class) every term will finish the program in a little over two years. Five terms are offered each year (Fall I, Fall II, Spring I, Spring II, and Summer). Academic advising is completed with the program director.
What is the class availability?
Classes are offered at six sites throughout Southern California. Contact program director, Joanne Gilbreath, jgilbreath@apu.edu for course schedule.
What is the average class size?
Each class generally has 10–15 students.
How many transfer units are accepted?
You can transfer up to six semester units.
Is a thesis required?
No. All final requirements are to be fulfilled in EDUC 526.
How high is the demand for this degree and occupation in the marketplace?
Nearly all districts are seeking educators with expertise in technology.
What services do you offer as a convenience to the graduate student?
Classes are small, meeting times are set with working professionals in mind,
and courses are offered at multiple sites throughout Southern California. In
addition, several courses occur online as well as face-to-face.
