Department of Educational Technology

Educational Technology M.A.

The Master of Arts degree in Educational Technology is designed to develop knowledge and skills in instructional design and technologies for a variety of learning contexts (K-12, higher education, military training, business/organizational, and international settings).

Upon meeting the admission criteria for the Graduate School, the candidate's application is forwarded to the program area faculty for review. Reviews by the faculty are continuous and there is no application deadline. Applications require a two-page statement of career goals, three letters of reference, and transcripts from previous undergraduate work. The statement of career goals should specifically address how this degree program will assist the candidate in furthering his/her skills and knowledge and applying them in the future.

The faculty review of applications generally takes on to two weeks. Major delays usually occur due to incomplete applications or insufficient information. International students are encouraged to apply early in order to be able to handle passport, visa, etc. issues in a timely manner. Potential students with limited English abilities are encourages to examine the application options available through the University’s Center for International Education. In many cases, students may be admitted to an academic program but begin their studies in the Intensive English Program.

For degree and program requirements, see:

Educational Technology M.A.

Educational Technology Ph.D.

The Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Technology provides a terminal degree in instructional design and technologies that culminates in a dissertation of original research in the field. Graduates work in a variety of learning contexts (K-12, higher education, military training, business/organizational, and international settings) as researchers, consultants, and scholars. The doctoral program uses a community of scholars’ model of interaction among the students and the faculty members. Students are viewed as developing colleagues with progressively higher levels of responsibility as they move through the program. Cooperative research and other scholarly projects are encourages among faculty members and students. The program is designed to be rigorous but practical.

The doctoral faculty in the department review applications in both fall and spring semesters. The deadline for fall applications in November 1; the deadline for spring applications is March 1. Applications require a two-page statement of career goals, three letters of reference, and transcripts from previous undergraduate and graduate work. The statement of career goals should specifically address how this degree program will assist the candidate in furthering his/her skills and knowledge and applying them in the future. The applicant must also complete a short interview scheduled with the doctoral faculty. The interview may be conducted face to face, by telephone, or by video conference.

Interviews generally take place on to two weeks after the application deadline and final decisions are made shortly after that. Major delays usually occur due to incomplete applications or insufficient information. International students are encouraged to apply early in order to be able to handle passport, visa, etc. issues in a timely manner. Potential students with limited English abilities are encourage to examine the application options available through the University’s Center for International Education. In many cases, students may be admitted to an academic program, but begin their studies in the Intensive English Program.

For degree and program requirements, see:

Educational Technology Ph.D.

Educational Technology Doctoral Minor

School Library Education M.A.

The Master of Arts in School Library Education is tailored specifically to K-12 professionals who would like to obtain employment in Colorado’s K-12 libraries and learning resource/media centers.

Upon meeting the admission criteria for the Graduate School, the candidate’s application is forwarded to the department faculty for review. Reviews by the faculty are continuous and there is no application deadline. Applications require a two-page statement of career goals, three letters of reference, and transcripts from previous undergraduate work. A teaching license valid for the State of Colorado is also required. The statement of career goals should specifically address how this degree program will assist the candidate in furthering his/her skills and knowledge and applying them in the future.

The faculty review of applications generally takes on to two weeks. Major delays usually occur due to incomplete applications or insufficient information.

Applicants seeking an endorsement for Teacher Librarian by the State of Colorado Department of Education must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a valid Type A teaching license (or equivalent) teaching license. (Condition of Application to Program)
• Have completed an approved graduate degree program in school library education or library science in an accepted institution of higher education including two field experiences in elementary and/or either middle or secondary school library. (Fulfilled upon Graduation from Program)
• Have completed one year of successful teaching experience (full-time) in the classroom and/or school library media experience while holding a valid Type A or professional teaching license or equivalent certificate. (Graduate’s Responsibility)
• Successfully pass the required state proficiency examination. (Graduate’s Responsibility)

For degree and program requirements, see:

School Library Education M.A.