Coursework
- Course Requirements
- Laptop Requirements
- Software Requirements
- Additional Requirements
- Frequently Asked Questions
Course Requirements
| Level One Core Courses | 12 units | |
|---|---|---|
| These courses are required of all students and are taken in the first two terms of the program. All four must be completed before proceeding to Level Two. | ||
| EDUC 511 | Essentials in Educational Technology and Learning | 3 |
| EDUC 512 | Instructional Applications of Productivity Software | 3 |
| EDUC 517 | Digital Imaging in the Classroom | 3 |
| EDUC 522 | Learning in the 21st Century | 3 |
| Level Two Core Courses | 12 units | |
| These courses are required of all students and can be taken in any order. All four must be completed before taking elective 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 |
| Electives | 9 units | |
| EDUC 518 | Connecting with Global Learning Communities | 3 |
| EDUC 519 | Document Design for the Classroom | 3 |
| EDUC 523 | Hypermedia-Enhanced Learning Environments | 3 |
| EDUC 527 | Emerging Topics in Educational Technology and Learning | 3 |
| Final Course | 3 units | |
| EDUC 526 | Capstone Experience in Educational Technology and Learning* | 3 |
| Other education electives as approved by the program director or approved transfer units | 3-6 units | |
| Total | 36 units | |
| *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. | ||
Laptop Requirements
- A Mac or PC laptop computer that meets the minimum requirements (Contact the program director for specifications.)
- Printer
- Internet Service Provider
- Email account
Other equipment, such as a digital camera, Web cam, and CD burner may be needed with certain courses and student-selected projects.
Software Requirements
- Current operating systems (Mac: OS X; PC: Windows XP)
- Latest version of Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator, Safari, or Mozilla/Firefox
- The following software packages:
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Creative Suite
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
within
EDUC 511.
What is the class availability?
Classes are offered at five 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 511.
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.
Note: All stated academic information is subject to change. Please refer to the current Graduate Catalog for the most current and controlling information.
