Department of Educational Technology
Chair: James E. Gall, Ph.D.
Location: McKee 518
Telephone: 970.351.2816
Faculty: Jeffrey W. Bauer, Ph.D.; James E. Gall, Ph.D.; Linda L. Lohr, Ed.D.; Mia K. Williams, Ph.D.
The Department of Educational Technology oversees three degree programs and one related endorsement. The M.A. 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). The M.A. in School Library Education and the School Library Endorsement are programs tailored specifically to K-12 libraries and learning resource/media centers. The Ph.D. program provides a terminal degree in instructional design and technologies that culminates in a dissertation of original research in the field. Educational Technology is also an approved doctoral minor. The department also provides courses in educational technology for the college’s various teacher preparation programs.
Graduate courses are offered in both face-to-face and online formats. Face-to-face classes within the department are scheduled to meet once a week starting no earlier than 4:00 PM to support local and commuting students that work full-time. Programs may be pursued on a part-time basis (although there are specific University limits on total program length and continuous registration). Unless otherwise specified, programs require participation in both online classes and face-to-face classes on the Greeley campus. International students are strongly represented in the program and are encouraged to apply.
The Ph.D. program in Educational Technology is a member of the Western Regional Graduate Program. Under this program residents of selected western states pay in-state rather than out-of-state tuition. Please contact the University for more information about eligibility for this program.
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, online learning environments, military training, business/organizational, and international settings). Applications to this program are reviewed by the faculty throughout the calendar year 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 one 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, and other issues in a timely manner.
Potential students with limited English abilities are encouraged 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, online environments, military training, business/organizational, and international settings) as researchers, consultants, and scholars. Cooperative research and other scholarly projects are encouraged among students and faculty. 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 is 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 in person, by telephone, or by video conference. Interviews generally take place one 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, and other issues in a timely manner. Potential students with limited English abilities are encouraged 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. Applications to this program are reviewed by the faculty throughout the calendar year 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 one to two weeks. Major delays usually occur due to incomplete applications or insufficient information.
For degree and program requirements, see:
School Library Education M.A.